We could take our 18 months left and make it 3 yrs, still get the house paid off soon, AND finally get in the habit of getting paid in this 10 yr old business that has so far paid almost nothing.   

I did realize the full potential of the property finally though.

I need help to finalize current exterior paint project.

I'm 23 years old, and I finally have the time and money to invest in the Real Estate business...But how do I find the niche that's right for me?

IF I were bidding this (I wouldn't) I would increase my final numbers by about 20% to cover any oooops that occurred under your watch.

I was in a Gainesville Meetup group and now I’m finally semi established here to reach out again on BP.Some background on me.I have 1 SFR and 1 Duplex in Gainesville FL.

I have been interested in getting into real estate investing for the past year or so and feel I am finally ready to take some big steps!

That damage seemed to be limited to about a 20ft stretch on only one side of the building but he said likely the entire foundation should be repointed.

It's a process that includes both the research of risk in a transaction, and finalizing the acceptance of that risk. 

Finally, start the rent high and come down if you must.