I found the Bigger Pockets site when googling for info on tax liens.

You won't get the same profit percentage you would if you did it yourself (100% vs 50% more or less depending on your negotiating skills) but if you have never done it before you run a much bigger risk of losing money on the project.I'd say your best bet is partnering with an experienced investor who is willing to help you out and not just wholesale it to someone who will suck out any profit you stand to make.

Long-term plan is still under development.I hope to become active on Bigger Pockets for several reasons. 1.I really enjoy the Pod casts and would very much like to connect with other investors2.Expanding my knowledge is a must.

If you don't have a crew and need contractors a full flip on a bigger home like this could get you between $4000 and $8000.

Like you describe, it was a bigger house so they could all live their comfortably.

I know some do and some don't...I would imagine on a remodeled property overall expenses would be lower in the initial years, allowing me to recoup my investment faster and putting some cash into a piggy bank for the bigger ticket items.I'm not assuming my only expense will be PITI. 2% vacancy rate + an additional $2,100+/- in yearly expenses for the first few years.

I'm new to bigger pockets and looking to build up a network

I have no idea what she's seen for a price but would rather she pay more for the bigger unit obviously.Third problem is the unit she is vacating will be harder to fill since it is smaller, so I'll have to take less rent there too.Obviously, I will double check the current condition of her apartment before I let her move to the bigger unit.

Also, anything on the MLS has already been scoured by the bigger time investors.

Your goal may be to have the 15 free and clear places as fast as possible but you should look bigger picture.