I would agree with @Rich O'Neill about the areas of West Philly, you can certainly find a duplex far below 250k that needs some work done to it, and will bring good appreciation in the long term.I would also consider looking in Delaware County, specifically Drexel Hill.

My education is BS in Criminal Justice, and an MPA.I am relocating from Oregon to Delaware area in July 2015.  

I recently read a story posted under Title Insurance weirdest stories by Wendy Noble, Real Estate Investor, NY.I would like to use her story in our quarterly newsletter, which is distributed to over 200 title agents in Delaware.

You didn't worry about how to qualify for the Tour de France. 

I am from Delaware.

@John Cimino @Joe Trinsey @Jerry M. hello, are you fellas still Wilmington, de investors?

Not only enlightening, but entertaining as Josh & Brandon bring their unique Joie de vivre to each podcastAlso simultaneously use the site to search for any topic of interest.Happy Holidays!

I am totally new to real estate investing and look forward to learning and making things happen.Looking forward to getting to know the community.Carlos Hi Carlos, let me know if you need help. there os RE groups in Toronto you can learn a lot with.CheersFilipe de Matos

Also I don't know what California law is, but in Delaware we have to give 60 day notice to increase rent on a month to month policy which means he would have had ample time even before making those partial rent payments to find a new place.I also believe you are within your right to extract late fees and court cost from that deposit as well.

Im in South Jersey, but also looking to invest in Delaware Valley area.