Well, like most looking to be financially independent. Real estate, is a great way to accomplish that. Experience not much. Currently have two houses, one I live in and one I rent out. Making few dollars, and would ...

Nope.Thursday while doing the walk-through I discovered wet carpets in rooms adjacent to master bath.

Sounds like you're having some fun getting your feet wet.

Of course, the discussions are numerous on BP about turnkey, but I have a bit of a different question (one that I have not seen addressed yet).If you've been a successful turnkey investor, what are the specific financial criteria that you've used to select your properties.  

@Paul Doherty@Lacey N.@Umer

I would def. start as a wholesaler to get your feet wet.

Bc I knew that was the true way to wealth.Right now I am looking to do wholesales to get my feet wet.

I've seen numerous properties there with zero vacancy for over 10 years. 

@Bob BowlingWhile I think it would be clear that presenting comprehensive calculations - with the clear indication that one figure is designed to be an apples-to-apples comparison to the numerous other numbers floating around in the market, while highlighting that the others are complete calculations including expenses that other companies don't even mention - is not the same as a bait and switch, you seem committed to your opinion and your use of the capslock key, so I'm not sure I could convince you otherwise no matter what I said. 

Often your first deal may not be your best deal but if you use the above guidelines chances are it will be a decent investment.After you get your feet wet, sky is the limit.Place that first offer.