I am considering 3 options to finance my first deal below.  I would appreciate any and all ideas/feedback from this excellent forum.  Thank you.First some specifics on the deal:  This is my first deal.  Long on resear...

The hourly wage is not worth the trouble. 

If that works for you, please reply to this email to confirm and I will add you to my showing appointment book.Also, as a means of courtesy to both our busy schedules, please confirm via text or phone call at least 2 hours prior on the day of the showing to my cell phone (area code and number).I’ve also attached our rental application.

But, they're in great shape to convert it into a rental for up to three years after they move out. 

You need to speak with the insurance company directly to see exactly what their policy covers.Here's a good overview.I recommend you contact at least three different carriers to see the differences.

Thanks Elizabeth,  I have been reading hours every day on all types if real estate investing, but surprisingly have done little on wholesaling. 

Indy while initial cash flow may be higher there is also more maintenance with a cold belt state and long term rent growth and other metrics tend to not be as strong as warm belt states.Most out of state investors fly in and look around about in a 1 hour direction from the airport at each state's main hub.Austin is expensive to buy in right now for rentals.

@Jay Hinrichs and @Thomas S.So I spent a good hour or so at the property......let me share my adventure with you.See the pics of the home here:      https://imgur.com/a/fMiBLhpSo the property has be owned since 81. 

The barn caught fire, we had no plumbing for three months, the list goes on and on.

The barn caught fire, we had no plumbing for three months, the list goes on and on.