Many of them do allow a temperature adjustment on the hot side, you would need to remove the triim plate and there is most likely a mechanical stop of some kind behind that. 

I think you'll find the same issue with M/F :)There are investors that acquire properties creatively here in CA that do end up cash flowing (interest only loans, seller financing, etc.) but that's a whole other ball game than a normal straight purchase.

Its really a gamble and without a crystal ball, no one knows for sure when that will come to a halt....or ask two economist for their opinion.At the end of the day, to appreciate is an achievable goal and appreciation is a hope and a gamble.  

I'm also not sure if maybe there is a cheaper method of marketing (outside of bandit signs) that could help me to get the ball rolling. 

@joseph ball I would love to do some of the smaller number deals.

I'm in Vegas, and I have to deal with tenants who don't understand that you have to inch down your temperature on the A/C or you are going to kill the unit.  

@Andy Robison your split balling thoughts were very helpful. 

Should I go ahead and try to get a loan and get into a rental and get the ball rolling? 

Water trapped in ball valves split .

I'm happy to hear that the ball is still rolling for you on this project.