I wouldn't know whether to stay in the first unit I buy or move into the second when I purchased it because I've read that it's much more difficult to get a hold on a mortgage loan when you're purchasing as an investor rather than someone who's going to actually live in the property.

I used to go to games there and it was BAD. it's turned around. same thing with cabrini green (north side near Lincoln park). big-time $ there now.by and large though, 99% of the time, a bad area won't turn around though. personally, I try like crazy to stay away from S8.

However, I think you have to assume market will stay about the same or go up; otherwise, why would you take on the project to begin with?

Does anybody know if this is a good move for a new investor (or any investor.To stay in Portland, Oregon or move to Los Angeles--that is the question . . .Any help is much appreciated.Thanks- Peter

For thin speads of rent vs PITI, stay with Lease Option Assignments.

do you wanna stay in the US or go international?

They should stay in the house and try to work out a loan modification or short sale with the bank.

Stay clear of them!

Frequent inspections are a big drain and often bring extra maintenance costs as tenants ask for borderline improvements.How long have your tenants stayed?

Never mind the time and money an agent or broker spends to become and stay licensed and the dues they pay to access the MLS.