However, when planning a ski trip to Snowshoe Mtn, WV, I noticed they had several units available for similar to lower prices in a resort location.I have requested information from their sales team regarding cash flow and rental management (they do it for you) but am interested to hear if anyone else here either owns property at Snowshoe, owns property with Intrawest (the company who does the real estate), or owns property near/at a ski resort- any tips on how to evaluate an opportunity in these niche markets?

Great tip.

I can't wait to sign the papers, get the keys in my hand and go over and wash/paint the walls, do the minor repairs like add a railing to the basement, etc., If anyone else going through the process of buying a foreclosed home, hang in there.

If they want to paint all the walls neon purple, they can.

What are some tips or tricks of the trade that I should be aware of before my first venture?

Mike, I appreicate your response all your tips were helpful.

Real Names: Sandy and SteveLocation: Sacramento, California and Twin Cities, MinnesotaBackground: Decorative Interior Painting (Venetian Plaster and faux, decorating) NEW to REI.

Our Previous home that we had furnished and decided we wanted to start again so we left all the High end furniture, paintings, plasma TV's ect...

Housing built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint.

Hello,New to this site and the whole computer network, forum, blog thing so i might not have the right etikit haha.i will be investin in osage beach, moand surrounding areas. fun fun fun. you have to love realestate.Anyone know any good investor lenders in missouri.I would love any tips etc for the area or state.