The market is tight, it is probably hard to find deal that would fit the criteria for a full time investor.

For some investors, a large firm might be the right fit, but you will pay a hefty hourly rate.Other investors prefer a solo attorney or a small firm attorney. 

The real advantage to me with using cash or a Heloc is being able to buy the unfinancable or 'odd' property that doesn't fit Fannie criteria.However, there are lots of properties you can brrrr with a conventional loan. 

The spaces for the stove/oven and fridge are too small for newer appliances to fit into. 

Poison is a excellent preventive when used outside around the property.

Now, those homes have gorgeous hardwood floors, an excellent open kitchen etc. 

@Diane Stinebaugh - I dont think its one size fits all type of an answer because imo it dependsA few things to take into consideration would be -- age of the house and how much deferred maintenace it has- Is it A/B/C or lower class type of an asset- Geographical location and possibility of natural disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes, hailstorms, earthquakes etc.

Ultimately, we weren't a good fit for one another. 

If you manage to find someone in circumstances that fit your criteria, and you can bring their solution, that changes everything.

I inherited them, but she says she makes enough money and they have been excellent since we took over; the place is immaculate, they pay early, and I've yet to have any issues.