I've narrowed down the best return for my money in this market to a 2 bed/2 bath (with top tier amenities) - about 500 total 2/2 listings.I'm finding myself a bit stuck when analyzing why certain properties are making so much higher than the average listings when they seem to have very similar locations, amenities, style, flow of home, beds/# of people they sleep, reviews, number of reviews, etc.

Purchase price: $190,000 Cash invested: $34,000 Triplex, ranch style.

Wooden, furniture-style vanities.

I would suggest making sure that you are following a set format/style of house each time you flip to systemize it more2.

With a teaching and leadership backgroud, I have an interest to help others write their programs or review their presentations to address every learning style.

Following Up + More details: @carolineOur utilities were also opened using an LLC but since the power had actually been shut off the problem mostly came from ICE sending someone out to turn it back on plus installing a new style meter (which had to be approved by our HOA but that was another matter entirely and not particularly difficult).Opening a bank account with BCR as an individual is easy and you can get an atm card in about 3 days but you will be limited to holding only a thousand dollars in it.

I'm an out of state investor looking to understand and learn the Pittsburgh market.

@Heather Bailey they will ask you what style of renting you plan to do.  

My two favorite loan options for getting started are the FHA 203k or the Fannie May Home Style. 

My focus is on providing either turnkey-style space for those interested in temporary, infrequent use or long-term leasing for business folks who require conference room space (or perhaps event space).