This year I want to ask you, my fellow BP Landlords, to do something in front of your properties to strengthen the neighborliness of the neighborhood.

I have found several homes in zones 3 and 4 neighborhoods that could possibly be candidates for rehabs.

That service allows us to bring up a map of any neighborhood and see lot lines.

I like the mesh fiberglass style tape, with 3 thin coats of soupy mud.

(a) It shall be a public nuisance to conduct a gathering of five or more persons on any private property in a manner which constitutes a substantial disturbance of the quiet enjoyment of private or public property in a significant segment of a neighborhood, as a result of conduct constituting a violation of law. ....

The cheaper houses in poorer neighborhoods might cost less and show a better return on paper but usually are more problematic to manage.

What i see is a market with affordable entry points, military and college student presence, and appreciation in 4.5-7.5% in the few neighborhoods I've looked at.I'm hoping to get a snapshot of affordable props from a local pro as a jumping off point for more research.

In this case, no one wants the merchandise (Except perhaps for Erin's suiters).BTW, here's a door opener line that you will NOT be using:"Hi, I just happened to be in the neighborhood..."

The problem is that I have two great deals with no comps because these are both older, very stable neighborhoods with no sales in over two years!

From there you want to select desirable neighborhoods, and last but not least, select the right property that makes sense (condition and cash-flow).As I like to say, "Live where you want.