Someone who knows the real estate game, perhaps an agent/investor who has a lot of experience and can spot a deal.

They can match the sheen and the color to just about spot on where you would have to be eyeball to siding to tell a difference.

In some states the laws on eviction can be effected when you allow tenants to make deposits, since you can not prevent them from making a partial payment.I use IPN which is part of quickbooks for electronic/online rent payments.I will also highly recommend that you do move in walk thru inspections with your tenants, this will give you an opportunity to answer questions and discuss the difference between damage and wear and tear with your new tenants.

.$50 first $35 co-app Sometimes fee paid on spot, but I allow fee deposited to bus acct..Initially, I only gave applications if fee paid, but now I give them out to all who ask...Once I collected 3 on one property and able to choose best fit....I

We do not even need to be there, the tenant can handle getting a car towed if it is parked in their spot.

They can be sent back and forth via fax or electronically for the most part. 

you got it @jonholdman , thought networking would be a good place to post, but will add  to events forumHey Rob how about that new pizza spot at the lofts  (101 & Encinitas blvd) Quei Bravi Ragazzi is 830p too late? 

I actually think it's important primarily to spot reporting errors and identity theft.

If you have the cash & want to hang onto the properties for a few years it may be a spot to look at. 

Thank y'all so much.Here's more info:very desirable neighborhood2229 sq ftbrick exterior3-4 bedroom, 3 full bathbuilt in 1969new roof 5 years agoHVAC replaced 10-12 years ago, no problemsfireplace, gas heat/ water heater, electric appliances, city sewer, crawl space / full attic, 2 small storage buildings out back, metal carport attached to housePics:https://www.dropbox.com/sh/9okdqd6lj9olk1w/AACeDvF5R133So7URcPnUUoqaWork required:pull up carpet, replace wallpaper in 2 bathrooms [apprx: $13,000]modernize kitchen [approx: $8,000]modernize one full bath [apprx: $4,000]wood paneling in living room could be painted or replaced with drywall [apprx $1000]slight water damage in mother-in-law suite has been repaired and roof replaced, but visible spot in ceiling remains [apprx: $500]Estimated repairs:$26,500Holding/selling costs: Est. $15,000 (Edit to your experience)ARV: $206,000 - $215,000ARV Comps:1- Distance: .6 milesSale date: 5/2014Stats: 3046 sqft incl basement, 4/3 full, 2 half bathsPrice: $90/ sq ft2- Distance .4 milesSale date: 5/2014Stats: 1800 sqft, 3/2Price: $91/ sq ft3- Distance: .5 milesSale date: 5/2014Stats: 3600 sqft incl basement, 4/3Price: $86/sq ft4- Distance: .2 milesSale date: 4/2014Stats: 1700 sqft, 3/2Price: $93/ sq ft5- Distance: .3 milesSale date: 6/2014Stats: 1700 sq ft, 3/2Price: $96/sqft6- Distance: .3 milesSale date: 6/2014Stats: 1350 sqfr, 3/2Price: $98/ sqft