I've bought and/or lived in numerous houses with slab foundations and never experienced any of the things you mentioned with them.

The returns have been great and I have helped numerous other investors grow their porfio as well.

I once had numerous accounts for my real estate ventures: 1 checking for management, 1 checking for payroll, 2 management savings, 1 properties owned checking, 2 properties owned savings.  

If it's presented as shovel-ready, you still need to run through every aspect to make sure there isn't some significant element you're overlooking. 

I've completed numerous fix and flips in the area, and a few utilize creative financing.

Unfortunately, I have had numerous issues with Jefferson County (Birmingham) either a) Misappropriating my Property Tax Checks, or b) Failing to cash some.

Even if the property costs you $300 per month, you are saving the cost from renting while also getting principal payment(equity) and appreciation.After a year, it's possible to move out and repeat the process, generating additional passive income to pay off student loans or reinvest in further real estate opportunities.Overall, investing in real estate offers numerous avenues for generating income and building wealth.

The data was all there from numerous studies.

We have over 2000 HOA's here, and a large percentage are heading for, or are already in, dire straits due to Boards not fulfilling their Fiduciary Duty to maintain, preserve, and protect ALL of the common and limited common elements, in spite of having managing agents.

Through collaborations with the right business partners and nonprofit organizations, you may actively serve local communities, provide housing for numerous families, and operate on-site nonprofits to support individuals in need.