IMO:The housing boom/bust and related financial crisis resulted from a "Perfect Storm" of numerous dynamics.

There are pockets of less desirable areas, and the next block is perfectly nice and the homes are in good repair.

Be prepared and do your due diligence and if the numbers are not real good then walk away and look for a better deal. perfect step by step, this is exactly what I needed to see.

Almost ALL the joists were perfectly fine, we ended up replacing 1 or 2.

@Karen Margrave   Thanks Karenthat plan is actually a Portlandia 4 square very popular here in PDX... the lot we bought had this great Oak tree in front so it was perfect fit for the home...

THis is the perfect place to learn and also network with likeminded people.

Your timing is perfect.

Welcome to BP @Robert Musallam You've picked the perfect place to "learn, take action, succeed/fail, report back, take constructive criticism and reciprocate."

I wanted to let everyone know the recent important news for me individually and those still looking for traditional financing. I've had several properties with plenty of equity for some time now, and I finally rece...

I have a stable job and I am just trying to hustle to add incremental income, so turnkey fits me perfectly. - Choose partner turnkey companies based on referrals. - Start with SFHs.