That would make a great subject topic

If the cost to rebuild those 3 units is more than $150k then I would gladly take my 20% profit (remember I bought the property for $125k) sell the burned property as is, and walk away with a nice return on my money.Side note: this coverage also covers up to $15k in lost rent which is also adjustable based on your preference.BiggerPockets actually did a podcast on this subject so it surprises me there is so much difference of opinion on this topic.

I saw an article from a Los Angeles eviction attorney and he said his average time is 45 days.

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Find the article here https://tinyurl.com/y647hqc9 .The below chart might be unreadable as posted - find it included in the article. 

https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/52/topics/681... 

You can find more details on the BP event page: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/676070-central-maine-monthly-investor-meetupThere's always a good mix of new and experienced investors in the room. 

Is there a link to an article / something on this site for the steps to buying / renting out a duplex?

Just like any new endeavor you're going to want to go into eyes wide open and learn as much as you can beforehand.Please look up investing in Self Storage on the internet - lots of articles, videos, etc., or PM me.Best of luck to you!

He is also looking into the Vegas market and would be good to connect with https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/432/topics/67...Many of the Florida markets, like Phoenix,  have been slow to recovery from the 2008 financial crisis.