I'm a firm believer that life is too short to surround yourself with anything but positive energy so I tend to steer clear of the naysayers.

I could see running the numbers assuming you get the property management for "free", but you need to account for your time and energy (and also get the numbers right in case you need to move and are no longer in the area).

"The only ship that never sails is the partnership"I've been in one partnership where we both had similar skills...energy, charisma, and not tons of money.

And instead, focus that time and energy on growing your network either through local BP meetups (https://www.biggerpockets.com/...) or your local real estate meetups.It's not WHAT you know but WHO you know!

I however do not think that the energy efficiency of a dwelling is a habitability issue, but I may be wrong.

This consolidation of households is also precipitated by the tight employment market and rising the costs of food and energy.

Diversify your time/energy/education/experiences with this business and you will find your place.

The gas/electric company here, Xcel energy, will let you do a landlord agreement.

Also, my electric company here (Progress Energy) told me they're not allowed to tell me whether the tenant switched the electric into their own name or not.

Louis, Missouri.I have been lurking around here off and on...I love this website and the forums..I have not been here in a long time...This time I am here to stay participating and learning as much as I can.Recently laid off from Insurance company I worked at for six years....Now I am getting ready to really focus my energy on doing lease options and wholesale deals....Look forward to learning as much as I can, networking, and sharing knowledge...making friends a long the way....Take care and GOD bless you :D