I learned that free paint to a tenant to paint the exterior doesn't get the job done, even when it was their idea.

- What should the desirable mortgage/rent ratio be for my properties- Should I begin saving up an emergency fund for repairs and maintenance before I actually purchase a property or should I begin doing that once I own a property- Do you think Louisville, KY would be a good location to stick with, or should I look for a new areaThanks in advance for your suggestions!

What manufacturer do you plan on using if you don't mind me asking  A manufacturer I use here in NC have a nice one story plan if you want to save some money on the finsh work

Plug it all into BNBCalc and share it so others can give you feedback- look at the tax savings via the "short-term loophole" at the bottom and learn how that functions as well as it can be a huge aspect of your investment.

I know this is a question to a immigration attorney but I would like to know if there is anyone who has done it or doing it so that I can get some guidance going forward.Also, Is it a good idea to open an LLC if the no of properties I own is less than 4? 

Ive been reading about SEP IRS self directed IRA and 401 k but seems to be for self employed people. any idea how to re-allocate my ira into real estate investments??? 

Primary home: 2.75 APR VA / 230k balance / Equity roughly 130k Direct cash: 13kThe goal is to start flipping, but if there are other ideas to build my real estate portfolio, SHOOT!

I don't like the idea of taking advantage of anyone, but personally if I found an opportunity like this I would understand the reality of the situation is that if you are able to make a favorable deal, so can anyone else in the market, so might as well strike first and be more reasonable during the turnover process so you can sleep well at night. 

They want to save $$$ on closing costs and fees.

Quote from @Bernie Burke: Hello, I’d like to hear some ideas as far as what you would do if you had $100k in cash to invest?