The Virginia side of the border that is essentially a no go, while DC and Montgomery County both allow it with certain conditions.

House in good condition/movein would sell for $265K or so. 

I would like to be absolutely sure of the condition of the building and the rental history and rehab costs before making an offer. 

@Matthew Paul Tree Lady:No you are responsible for anything thats on your property falling on our property I will put a lein on your duplex and go to small claims court so please be aware of this I'm not messing with you I will see you in court everything is documented and I will get ahold of finance company where this duplex is financed through I already have your insurance info so thank for talking with meWhen people try to threaten me with what they think is legalese, its an awesome indicator they are blowing hot air and have no clue.

I've always wanted to get a head start in life at a rather young age and i believe investing in real estate could be my ticket down that path.

My brother and I really want to go Into this career together, as we have accomplished many things in life together and know that we can create success in this as well.

As with most things in life, experience will give you the most knowledge..... good luck and happy hunting.

We'd have never seen the money anyway even if we'd won but I'm still salty about that.In the mean time, her dogs (we’re a pet friendly rental) have totally destroyed the place even beyond the quite nasty conditions she was living in, even after she had been living only a week in the unit so far.

It is in a desirable area where houses sell quickly, and the house itself is in great condition, along with the whole neighborhood it is in great condition. 

I've lived the city scene nearly my whole life, but I never truly knew what was out there until I met the metropolitan giant that is Seattle and its surrounding communities.