You have used the word "investment" several times.

Also, here is some wording I use in my lease to address this in case it comes up:1.Appliances in Unit: Washer, dryer, stove, dishwasher, microwave oven, refrigerator.

If so, how was it worded and did it seem to speed the rehab process up?

In other words how strong and who is guaranteeing the lease and payment stream?

Came to join Bigger Pockets by word of mouth...and am very glad that I did.

If you win an auction in Cook, it is probably because you overpaid.There are guys who bid for others but it is a word of mouth kind of thing.

They make sure that comps will support the current price.Appraisers also have access to MLS just like realtors, I wanted to point out as from your post it appears that they don't.Last word on this topic, appraisers are experts of estimating value, having said that you asked for "COMPS" analyzing therefore I picked realtors.Hope it helps.James

In a linear market, you can expect the appreciation to just keep up with the national average with no large swings, in other words, little volatility.

Just got word today, I've been approved on a cash out refi of my 1st rental.

You can also set up key word alerts to keep up on items of interest.