“I could feel peace of mind if only this hadn’t happened to me…”These beliefs rest on the fallacy that the delicious feeling of deep satisfaction that everyone wants is somewhere ‘out there’.

The plumber is returning today to help identify the source and we still need to confirm if just 1 unit or both units have been affected with this water infiltration.So far my tenants have been very patient, and I have been expedient in making them and their living conditions a priority.

If you can buy cheaply in a somewhat less desirable area now, but still arguably within the someday-Yale bubble, and cash flow OK for now, I think that's great (and you can probably do better than "OK" if you are patient, though the market is competitive).Bridgeport's proximity to NYC is a huge boon.

Expectations - some cash flow but willing to be patient for the "Apple effect"! 

We all just need to be patient & buy at the right price.

I will need to be more patient until that happens or I find the elusive 506(b) syndication.

However, with both of your inputs I do want to be patient and consider your long term advice of renting it out.

For flips, if you are patient and realistic there are deals to be had, even on the MLS. 

Adjusting pricing and booking policies during the holiday season can optimize revenue and guest satisfaction.

Going into the field and see houses coming off the ground and eventually move people in give me purpose and satisfaction.