As an investor, using OPM(other people's money -- a mortgage), the purchase price and mortgage payments will dominate the cash-on-cash and cap-rate calculations.Yes, we would all like a Class A property for $1.95, but somewhere in reality is the balance for what can I get as rents and not have the expenses drive me to the poor house.Highly recommend the Calculators here on BP to evaluate the possible ROI using realistic numbers for each property.

I am new this and I don't know how to go about picking the right market to begin my search.I just ordered some books to read before I actually invest--but anyone who has insight in how to research markets or invests nearby and has input on where I should be looking would  be greatly appreciated!  

I actually live in Spring Township.  

Don't get me wrong, I actually get more than 1% return on my mailers... but never a bite.

I spoke to the actual person and I was not the first to contact them. 

It can actually increase values.  

Another option is stating you are increasing 50 dollars per month until reaching (insert final dollar amount). the actual numbers though are easier for most tenants and really clear.

It's not something I would be opposed to, I actually think there is a benefit to both the tenant and the landlord.  

The reality of late paying/non-paying renters is, at least in my experience, when they give me multiple excuses about why the rent is late, I am not likely to see the rent.  

My actual cashflow is barely $100 and it would be negative if I were to factor in all additional costs(i.e.