I've flipped some myself and loved the numbers :).I'm interested in learning more about wholeselling, get more experience in flipping (as my main focus), and occasionally acquire multi-unit properties for rent

So, when I found my 3rd wife about 23 years ago and had two children with her we stopped wasting money on stupid things like extravagant birthday parties, senseless Christmas presents.

I've not gotten an "overall" rating of less than 5 stars after implementing these tips and the majority of ratings are all 5 stars in every category but I still get an occasional 4 stars on value.(1) I swear the most effective tip has been sending a message to guests the day following checkin: "[guest first name],  It's Carolyn.

I'm a single mom of 2 young kids so can't risk being one of the occasional realtors that gets murdered.  

Occasionally they are "overlooked" by the courthouse.If the property is vacant you should get immediate possession.

Meet occasionally and have a "how we doing" lunch.But the main thing, is try to keep this simple!

One option that crosses my mind very occasionally is to move into an up/down duplex with an FHA loan and rent my current primary...

I pay online for just about everything else, and only write actual checks to pay taxes, the occasional contractor, and to refund security deposits.  

So if you don't need the money now, and you make a solid income and can withstand the occasional hiccup out of pocket then holding isn't a bad option.All depends on your goals and personal situation.

I'm only in Atlanta a couple of times a year, so I'd be setting up a vacation rental that I would use occasionally.