So it sounds like it is one of those things that isn't nearly as expensive as people assume it would be , and it scares away potential buyers.

Does anyone have a recommendation for a good, not expensive tree removal company?

Maybe there are less expensive contractors who do quality work but no idea how to find them.

Looking at listing may not need full rehab, new roof and water heater done, 3br in neighbor run 900 to 1000, rehab for low maintenance, try to buy as low as you can , look at comps, probably could go in as low as 38-42 with good agent and stress as is, maybe a few agents here to help, get one to give you good numbers not listing agent numbers , street is a nice one for area, not much back yard or parking but nice front, before you close make sure vacant  contingent, if numbers work I would do it, the are predicting an abundance of rentals avail next year with building craze but keeping expense low you should be safe, remember don't rehab as if you are living there, think durable and repaintable, number should go into systems and structure first, elect,heat,walls, windows,floors,plumbing, if you use a contractor go with one you know or work with someone in area to keep an eye on progress, good luck at least you know some of the history of the property

I think they're much more expensive and I've personally seen them overly aggressive in calling out defects that aren't really there.

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You don't need a license at all to invest in real estate no matter what state you live in or the other states you invest in.You should using experienced local professionals in each state you do business in to get the job done right and keep you out of any legal trouble you may be worrying about.A license and all the training and expenses that goes with it is only necessary when you are representing other people as clients.

It's a bit longer to get to the med ctr, but you won't be living in the popular area for med students (around Herman park, which is right next to the med ctr, but also significantly more expensive, and definitely only rental). 

But the commuting part is expensive, and a hassle, they either have to take the railroad or drive in.

I've called a couple current and former landlords in the neighborhood to get an idea of what their properties rent/rented for, but one didn't remember and the other didn't answer.I assume 10% for PM and included that in my expenses to get to my FCF.I didn't use Zestimate - I used actual sold comps as close as I could get to the area with similar sq ft (<1000)