But, also don't let these things prevent you from taking action and making an investment.The biggest piece of advice is to take solid action on a DAILY basis.If you like having roommates, buy a house and get roommates.

If so, should I install an alarm to prevent theft?

They seemed to operate really well and have processes in place to prevent something like this from happening.

What is the best way to identify markets I can concentrate on in order to implement SFH brrrr strategy?

We are upgrading everything to ensure it's in code and high quality, to prevent future issues.

In a way, I am just trying to prevent myself from forgetting something small that is vital for my guest. 

I will give you ideas on how you can overcome the number 1 obstacle preventing you from acquiring apartment buildings.I have acquired over 1,000 apartment units (and I did it with no money and bad credit) and I shared how I did it, here on BP:Part 1 - https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/55/topics/690349-from-bankruptcy-to-1-000-units-part-1-thru-the-dark-tunnelPart 2 - https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/55/topics/692382-from-bankruptcy-to-1-000-units-part-2-rising-from-the-ruinsPart 3 - https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/695243-from-bankruptcy-to-1-000-units-part-3-how-to-build-an-empireWho wants to go first?

The problem with most newbies is that they fail to take action and implement the knowledge that they have gained from this 3 day seminar.Just because you pay $ doesn't mean you will take action.Between the knowledge gained from 3 day seminar and free resources here on BP, you have enough info to get started.Make sure you know how to crunch numbers and if you are unsure than watch a few of Brandon Turners video's and you will be ready to make offers.Best of luck!

Mostly I find the refinance LTV combined with the low refinance appraisals prevent me from extracting all of my investment.So if you choose to go OOS here is some advice: Familiarize your self with the 50% rule.

The buyer asked for me to get a certificated and mold expert to take care of this issue .However i dont believe that it needs that much repair I have found a special paint to treat that and prevents it from coming back.The property is in Philadelphia PA Is there any regulations of how bad thisnissue has to he inorder for us to treat it professionally.