An example of this, is a simple lumber, a 4x4 is much more stronger than 3x3, in your case, an enlarged foundation is needed to accommodate the "earthquake load".

On the other side of the funnel, the bottom side, the left over good stuff is loaded into my mind for action.Frank

After I explained my plan in detail, he told me that what I plan to do was well thought out and creative but he had to make sure that the load calculations would support my theories. 

We operate a Turnkey business in Cleveland, Ohio, however, the following theories I think hold true anywhere in the country, perhaps even the world.You want to connect yourself with experienced people that are familiar with the local market or the immediate market you are consideringCheap properties will inherently normally carry a little higher riskDo not cut corners on your renovations, you do not want to deal with chronic maintenanceBe patient when placing and screening tenants, the better quality tenant = longer stay/less turnover, timely payments, care for property betterYou want to find a reputable and sophisticated licensed property manager = huge weight on the success of your hold SFRHopefully this helps you get moving in the right direction, if you want to chat or have any other questions feel free to inbox me or call me.Good Luck!

My mother is retired, I pay a crap load in child support.  

Take the time to read through the Learn section above it is loaded with great information.

Be sure to read through the Education section above it is loaded with great info. 

Next you need to educate by reading through the Education section above it has loads of great info. 

This will off load most the work of reviewing deals, something they can do off the top of their head.

Many, many people incur loads of student debt only to find they aren't able to secure a job.