And I've read other places that fourplexes are overpriced and don't provide as much relative cash flow as SFR.

The only holding period I am aware of is for related parties where the property cannot be sold for 2 years after the exchange takes place.

I had a interesting topic this morning with one of my relatives about "Drug testing people on food stamps" and it sparked an interesting debate, BELIEVE ME!!

I decided to just strip it and put up hardi plank...The three main things appeared to be:1) proper cleaning of any chalked paint and scuffing of any smooth surfaces, 2) using a base coat desenged for proper adherance, and 3) since aluminum will expand and contract more than wood with changes in temperature, you need a paint that is relatively flexible.

After all the original FHFA RFI was geared to "all" solutions, it is simply curious that so many came back with the same ideas that were already "floated".Anyhow, the 8% is of course relative also, is it an unleveraged return using leverage monies, is it guaranteed risk free, is it including capital appreciation, etc.

The seller never met him and has no relatives who knew him (no last address, ss, or date of birth).

Once the property is ready, find a tenant and manage the property on a long term basis.Obstacle A and C can easily solved by finding a good Realtor who is local to the area and build a relation ship with him/her.

Thanks Jon, When I said I would modify my lease I was referring to strengthening my staements for excessive wear, not anything relating to limiting the number of children.

Pros- relatively easy to comp, generally lots of similar inventory; usually limited rehab requiredCons- higher holding costs; bureaucracy/admin issues with HOAsThis is assuming a flip- if you're thinking buy and hold then that's a whole different ballgame with different pros/cons.

Hoping to find people that UNDERSTAND/KNOW asset protection in relation to setting up a corp. structure, contractor contracts for flips, and IRA(house) investments...