Ben,  Winters do get cold here -20 to -30F can hold for a couple weeks, this is rather extreme example, however you should be ready for it anyhow. 

Most lenders are extremely wary of non traditional or W2 income especially if you do not have years of income history. 

Further, the area in which the duplex is located has an extremely low turnaround for tenants and by putting a sign in the yard and posting add on craigslist, most are rented within 5 days with landlord pick of multiple potential tenants. 

It looks really great and is extremely durable!

It seems like that's the biggest unknown quantity that can make condo rentals extremely unprofitable.

With so much house hunting done online, photographs are extremely important. 

I have found both extremely helpful in overcoming the way that 99% of people in our country think about money and investing.Buy used books too!  

Hi there, I am also a Farmers agent and I feel their rates are fair and they are extremely comprehensive compared to other companies.

Yes I am extremely happy,one thing you need to look for in Memphis most people are poor so do not buy high end Homes gets something around 50 to 60 k I think that is the sweet spot .if you want the name of the company send me a privet massage thanks

Other than those few deals though, a large number of owners are well aware of the market being extremely hot and they know what their neighbors sold for.