Based on the price and what it tells me about the type of area it's in, I would double check that rental figure as well.The lower down the property ladder you go, the less it matters how turnkey the place is - remember that the tenant pool in 'rough areas' is comprised 100% of people who simply can't afford to live elsewhere, which means you're looking at a higher-risk investment.

One thing to do is possibly take him to your other properties and show him the condition that they are in. I

Hello,I am new to the game and renting out my first property.

As I learn and get a litter farther in, I would love to meet up, buy you a coffee and pick your brain.

@Mark Creason That is a huge game changer.

I plan to stay here for quite a while so in the next month or so once I get really settled in I would love to meet up with some people that know the ins and outs of the area.

Hi @Stephen Witkowski,For the most part Open Houses are free game.

I seem to just be coasting toward a goal in the far distant future.This is a long way to ask what do you want to do in retirement, what should I look into, what should I read or start getting involved in. I

This is the longer game where you don't get paid until the end. 

Hi Paxson,You've crossed the biggest hurdle of getting into this game by actually purchasing your home.