I have listened to 80+ episodes of the podcast, read multiple books, and begun scanning my local market of Chattanooga, TN for deals that would be possible for my wife and I (Special Ed Teacher).

Hello EveryoneMy husband and I have been following biggerpockets for a couple of months, educating ourselves through books and now are looking to jump in and take action!

Hello EveryoneMy husband and I have been following biggerpockets for a couple of months, educating ourselves through books and now are looking to jump in and take action!

The third problem in NY is a legal 3 is built to a different standard to two requiring fire escapes etc., a concrete enclosed furnace room etc. 

I think you need to read some books on valuation and investments strategies.  

Here's the podcast where he talks about his book on buying with low or no money down, which is probably what you're looking for: https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/10/16/no-money-down-brandon-turner/

Before you transition to a new tenant, make sure you complete a move out checklist (you can download one as part of @Brandon Turner landlording book extras) and send it to the former tenant.Not receiving 30 day notice from a tenant is a common problem.

Keep in my mind cash flow is higher than others due to the fact that I do all the maintenance myself and I manage the property myself.What I’m getting at is that like my books say, the deals aren’t going to jump out at you.

Also in many real estate books I have read most developers, lenders, and landlords have a line item expense for commissions.

Read the book “Managing rental properties”  #theanswer 🙌🏿