Now we know 'how' to do nearly everything in a reno ourselves, so we know not to do this extent ever again if possible, and will be informed investors going forward.

EMBRACE the mistakes and love them for what they are - opportunities to grow. 2.

And of course, both tenants deny ever putting anything down the drains.

I can tell you what areas are growing and where property values are increasing.Id love to help. 

Did you ever get that figured out? 

as long as they do not contest the eviction which they rarely ever do that judgement sticks with them for the rest of their lives, one day when they want to purchase something or sell something I will get paid.

Don't ever ever undervalue what you bring to the table!

Not because the house is "vacant", "in foreclosure", or what ever, does it mean you have a higher chance they want to sell.

Our appreciation rates are truly phenomenal, ever since coming out of the recession in 2010.

But to keep the interest of those coming here, it's important to grow with the times.