I keep telling everyone that I work with, that sales skills/deal closing skills are the most important thing an investor needs to learn.

As a female in the industry, I think it is very important to be able to protect yourself.

Although I have not been directly affected by breast cancer, I strongly feel that it is important to take part in issues that affect all of us one way or another.

However, I don't want to get bogged down with "needless" permits.In your opinion what are the most important permits?

So location is very important, and can mean higher rents.But any rent must be considered in light of operating costs and purchase price.Consider that most students rent for only one year and move on, so turnover is generally high.

What they gave was something much more important-- love, support, and an example of strength and self-sufficiency.

With all due respect...You are not ready for this, pass on it.Whether the numbers work or not, this is a lot to bite off having no real estate experience and, more importantly, NO LANDLORD EXPERIENCE.

The heirs will get a "step up" in basis which can be very important in avoiding LT capital gains.What I said was it's not a good idea to leave AN UNDIVIDED interest to the heirs!

Its entirely possible that either or both of them is currently importing refined products even through they export crude.Not sure what the "euro" point is.

Personally, I never buy unless I have at least 30% equity at closing.Now for the cash flow on this deal:Gross rents: $1,204Operating Expenses: $602NOI: $602Mortgage Payment (P & I only, 30 yr, 7%, $74K): $492Cash flow: $110 per month, which is good.So, this property has a good cash flow, which is certainly the most important consideration.