I found some good markets (growing. population, economic anchor, good school district, etc).

@Ryan McKelvey @John Park I remember this case from law school, its a fun read because the judge repeatedly mocks and makes puns related to the house being haunted in the decision.

Rent Roll, Tenant Ledger, Even Bank Statement) it would show that there is a growing balance (the late fees) or the deposit being made after the due date which should have raised a flag.Unless no reports were sent (unacceptable) or there were not reviewed (also unacceptable), warning signs were visable after 2 or 3 months.Oren

Many neighborhoods are seeing their areas renovated while tax and development incentives are enticing many businesses to move in and grow.

They finally send someone back out to look at the property again, and this time they tell me the basement had been flooded and there is mold growing up the walls.I'm not real pleased with how the PM treated things, but now I need to deal with insurance.

My last one was a looong time ago but I do remember the crazy insurance cost. 

Remember, you are owner of house.

Being in NYC, we tried that for a short while, gave up both our cars, and I remember taking cabs to rentals when I had to lug things over to work on things.

By showing yourself around the neighborhood, someone may not immediately be interested in selling, but they'll remember you over the letters they threw in the trash.I recommend listening to the BP podcast and start reading some real estate investing books to start off.

Now it is time to get serious and make this grow.