I think getting one or two of those to start off might be the way to go, especially since I don't really NEED more than I live in now, I might as well keep my costs low, I suppose.It is getting to be a good time to buy though, so I'll keep an eye out for just the right place for me as I get my savings up.Thanks!

I look at an investment through the eyes of a fix and rent investor not a fix and flip where a rental income of 1.5% would be adequate and a stronger retail market may exist.

I want to know what they owe, how long they've owned, what they've done to the place in terms of rehab, if they have any recent appraisals, what they want for the place, wether they'll do any seller financing and how, and most importantly in my eyes, why they're selling (not in any particular order).

REI and PM is his specialty so he's keeping an eye out for what I'm looking for.

I wouldn't dismiss it completely - I definitely see it as a potential market if you have the right skill set and eye for what that type of buyer wants.

I've done a lot of research on calculating ARV/construction costs but, I feel a second set of experienced eyes will help tremendously when evaluating deals.I  also do plan on eventually taking on some flips of my own in the near future as well.Sorry for the long post but, I am very excited about finally moving past the education only phase and in to actively investing!

The auditor thinks for a moment and says, “Okay, Go ahead.”Ralph says, “I’ll bet you a thousand dollars that I can bite my own eye.”The auditor thinks a moment and says, “No way!

However, we do feel like we could use another set of eyes and opinions in our business planning and are not opposed to a partnership. 

Although not seen as a win from some, 10K is better than a sharp stick in the eye.

., great idea about keeping my eyes open and being ready to move quickly when I spot a great deal.