Action is key

As with everything, due diligence is the key to success. 

So I've been looking for turn-key (or near turn-key) properties in a 30 minutes radius from where I live (Rock Hill, Fort Mill, SC area) and I haven't found anything lately.

The key there is to actually talk with people other than the presenter as most folks have no clue they are sitting next to the partner or buyer that they've been looking for.

Probate is good they usually will call you back but takes a lot of follow up because family has stuff going on.Really quick spread of what i do right now if you have any questions of me feel free to hit me up consistency is key try not to idle good luck.Mike

I have personally purchased non-performing notes through both successfully- the key is to remember that you must do your own due diligence on any note you are considering before taking possession.

The key is to treat her as a tenant.

Strongbrook....MLM "turn key" disaster for investors, where Strongbrook, and their management/realty/contractor co.s make the majority of the money.  

A lot of real estate books don't go too heavy into calculations, but if you're like me you'll really appreciate Frank Gallinelli's book, What Every Real Estate Investor Needs to Know About Cash Flow ...And 36 Other Key Financial Measures. 

The key is they have to be cash cows have to make them up.