Too many investors chasing too few properties and bidding up prices to levels where there's no money to be made.

And 36 Other Key Financial Measures" - the faster you can get to making data-driven decisions for everything, the better.Good luck on whatever path you take!

It was listed as an online auction with a low starting price.  1,320 sqft split level (4 levels).  4 bedrooms, 3 baths, formal living room, family room, unfinished basement, 2 car garage, and a fireplace.  

What is your personal knowledge and skill level? 

As a landlord you are able to obtain credit reports, nationwide criminal, nationwide eviction, along with a bunch of other reports (sex offender, county level criminal, etc).  

Several markets are reaching peak levels and may not be good for a retail flip when they suddenly become buyers markets.

It depends on your risk level and the assets you already have.

I assume 1) this alteration is over $25K and a Level 2 alteration (vs.

Although the rates are high, the speed and ease of HML allow you to acquire properties rapidly, build capital rapidly, and build your business bigger and faster.

Required licensing will be defined at the state and local levels.