You have no control over single-family home appreciation, but you can create value in a true income property by enhancing its income stream.

I don't think a DIY business card would throw a sale because of the quality of my product and services are what brings the customers to me in the first place.So I guess basically I'm saying being polished and professional is good, but it doesn't matter if you can't deliver where it really matters.

For the most part, people (at least, some people I know) seem to think they are pretty expensive for the quality of leads you get.

Running your property well is vital, but being reasonable and flexible is just as important to keeping quality tenants.

The sound quality, on the 4 cds, leaves alot to be desired but it has alot of good information.

B) What additional information should I learn from seasoned investors before considering myself sufficiently prepared to begin building a team, rounding up quality contractors, and buying my first investment property?

Everything I've read about painting when it comes to rehabbing says use high quality paints.

Depends on the laws in the area too and the quality and size of the units.

I'm not overly concerned about the cost of either plan, just my quality of life really.

I think I've seen one or two people from your neck of the woods, but I'm not sure who they are.AS for starting out, you're right to put together a good quality team.