But the extra projects above added to our timeframe as well, and we are now hoping to have the house rental ready in 2-3 weeks.Tub/shower surrounds:Kitchen in progress:A little more landscaping work and the exterior will be complete:

First I wanted to apologize for not getting a more recent report out to everyone; it has been one busy few months and I would not be honest in saying I had the extra creative energy to put a proper update to you.I have been in love with the Chicago area for many years despite the horrific winters.

But then again retirement is still many, many years off for me, so I'm thinking my best strategy may be to bet on Southern California appreciation for the long haul...I don't plan to quit my job any time soon, and I'd take 1% greater average year-over-year appreciation over the next 30 years over an extra couple hundred bucks monthly cash flow per door by picking up property in Cleveland or Indianapolis...decisions, decisions...Let's say you were in your 20s and could do it over again.  

In most cases you'll find everything you need here on BP so don't spend any extra money elsewhere.

I generally think other low DP programs are better if you can swing the extra few percent.

Scott and his book on flipping houses. 1) solidify our commitment to real estate and learn the business2) earn extra income for investing and save $$$ when we buy and sell 3) have full access to the MLS to make our own offers and run comps4) have more control of our dealsWe will be focusing on buying, rehabbing and selling SFRs short term.

Let me use their extra car when I am in town...

Seller might have 6,000 for a policy but that is because they own multiple properties and reached  a policy limit and to insure one more is just a little bit extra.

I did not know they owned the home free and clear but I did know the family had a little extra cash then most people.

The money from the machines covers my rental cost and extra utilities.