I think I'd splurge a little and get nice matching faux wood blinds for all windows on the front side of the house.

But on Redfin you can look at sold in last 3,6,12,18 months to see what closed in the area you're looking at and put in criteria to match the specs of the prospective property you're looking to buy.

I am unsure what (A) the difference is in the two, as both seem to indicate "estimates"; (B) which is more accurate in relation to deciding on value for making an offer; and (C) is there something that needs to be done by an owner of the property to insure they are equal (as years 2010-2015 they match, which coincides with a purchase).Numbers below.  

With this rental, I'll be about 60% done with my first goal of having the net rent match my current salary after tax. :)  Woo me!

If your circumstances do not match any of the standard requirements described above but based on facts and circumstances the primary reason for sale is work-related, health-related, or unforeseeable.

She said she has alerts set up on mls and gets emailed the minute a new listing pops up that matches her criteria.This seems so obvious to me so why is everyone stressing building a buyers list?

@Harpreet Singh,  Using the appraisal done during purchase which matches with zillow's zestimate.

After meeting 2015/2016 Roth IRA contributions, hopefully I'll be able to save up enough for a low down payment (have a family member willing to help out by matching) property in a year to a year and a half, so I'd like to study up during the time as much as I can (currently on third book -written by Frank Gallinelli regarding cash flow)On the other hand, I've been in a dead-end product manager position so am looking to switch careers, preferably one that combines real estate and finance. 

If you a realtor who you think would be a good match, please send me a recommendation. 

For example...some people love section 8 housing...others hate it...you'll need to learn both sides and figure out if it's a match for your personality.