When using the calculator, be realistic with your costs as there are a lot of things newbies tend to overlook or underweight and then they find themselves with an underperforming property.So some advice about calculating the financials:Initial Costs: Even though you don't have any repair costs, include maybe $1K for paint or incidentals.  

They are basically a deterrent that should be considered a robust screen door.reinforce  your deadbolts by attaching the door jambs to the framing using this method.security bars that prop up against the door knob are ok but tend to slide out at the bottom. 

The Valley Junction area tends to be business heavy but a more well-to-do area with very good schools, comparatively. 

Most importantly they don't let heating oil run out and pipes freeze, but they also don't tend to have as much of their act together, and don't pay utilities timely and get them turned off.Thoughts on this pro vs. con on utilities? 

When it comes to this sort of stuff I tend to get really confused.

@Kaydn JensenMy experience is that the most successful investors tend to have great soft skills:FlexibilityProblem SolvingTeam PlayerCommunicationPositive AttitudeConscientious

in theory, yes, although those types of expenses tend to lag in adjustment.

They tend to be very aggressive in their lending practices.

If you go out too long however the algorithm generally views you shopping for months as you are not able to get credit and something must be wrong so you get dinged more.Rate shopping tends to be a waste of time.

I tend to upgrade my rentals better then other investors might recommend, but I think it pays off long term and in resale.What do you all use in your kitchen and baths for rentals, pictures would be great!