I also improved my marketing content and this netted my third deal:The Third DealMy current deal is a brick beauty in University Heights, a very desirable Cleveland Suburb.

My home is located in a highly desirable location and home usually sell extremely quick.

However, they should be able to provide you a simple spreadsheet you can do on your own if desired. 

But it is not just distance, the area should have similar amenities, transportation, desirability etc. 

I had no desire to cut a lawn, or worry about any exterior maintenance.

Great inter peronsal skills communication skills to go along with sales and closing skills. 10. the desire in many state to do something that is NOT legal. 

Some rental pools are more desirable than others.

I can't speak for everyone, but my investment focus is on buy & hold duplexes outside of city limits, in desirable areas.

The biggest challenge is determining which is right for you in your current circumstances, desired investment asset, financially, and experience wise.On that last note, operating a run down building in a more desirable area, if one can be found that actually offers a better value, won't require to many different skills than operating a "turn-key" building.

Luckily these desirable things make me happy as well.Our first home we bought, which is now a rental, we had the same experience!