I do find myself reading one article and by the time I realize it I’ve read through a few too many haha.

Then as I learned about many other real estate and alternative investments, I realized that I still know so little.

I know condos downtown will definitely lose money every month because the cost of ownership exceeds rent amounts but I also realize supply is low and the prices are likely to climb regardless.That, or a 2 unit rental property in Durham region somewhere that might break even in monthly carrying costs?

I saw my mom go through this process a couple of times when I was younger, and realized that she had no resources to help her.

I do not waiver from that number, and I do not waiver from my criteria (credit score, income reqs, etc.).EDIT: I realize now that your question is more centered around how to know you're getting a "fair price," and that's based solely on comparables. 

I realize there are so many variables to consider when rehabbing that makes it almost impossible to give an estimation.

That being said, those that realize how thorough the process will be and don't have confidence in their successful application don't even bother. 

I realize I am just small time and I have a very short track record, (just buying SFH this past year) but I would think if I am too small for the top producers maybe they could refer me to a newer agent who is trying to get a start too.

I realize it looks bad to raise rent during a crisis but I never thought "because it looks bad" is a good reason, especially if they are on their feet financially.

But I realize that what feels right to me and what the IRS thinks are two different things.