., she had a rebellious attitude at first because she was in a dark area.

Of course, I'll still have a real inspection contingency in place if I move toward an offer.So, I'm reworking some numbers to see if it is more doable...potentially as a rent for a year or two at minimal profit or break even, then flip which could reasonably net in excess of $40k.

Blessed is he who, in the name of charity and good will, shepherds the newbs through the valley of the darkness, for he is truly BP's keeper and the finder of uninformed newbs.

.- Hardwood flors where ever you can with 4 coats of poly - I find this looks great and is minimal effort and quick for turn overs.- VTC tile in kitchens

., cash flow) but minimal taxable income, banks will cut you off from new loans.There are creative ways to get deals, too.

I'm still learning".Bottom line: If you're completely in the dark regarding real estate and you need a $1,000 kick in the butt to get started, and you actually start, then it's money well spent.

They moved so quickly and it was somewhat dark inside so the only thing I could really tell was that it was a person.

I will give you your property back (payments current) If the skies go dark permanently, etc There.

Each unit needed minimal work (mostly cosmetics) which I was able to tackle the summer before classes began.

Reason, I have the means to travel around the U.S. at minimal cost in a timely manner, so I could easily view properties in person on the cheap.