I think it depends on goals and experience, section 8 is a good guaranteed income, air bnb or short term will have higher rents but you will have more monthly expenses (cleaning, internet, lawncare) student housing is another option, and then good old LTR.

And it really depends on where you want to participate and invest.

It depends on what demographic you are aiming to serve.2) BiggerPockets, Facebook, in-person meetups.

Saturation has always been an issue in that complex and only select floors offer gulf views depending on the building. 

All depends on the relationship, though I did hire a cigar / drinking buddy to do some contract work but this was only after I helped him sheetrock some walls and learned what he was capable of.

Hey Dominic - It really depends on your goals/strategy/current position...Are you looking for something turnkey or distressed? 

Additionally, working with a local real estate agent can provide valuable insights and assistance in your search for the perfect neighborhood in Birmingham.

Uendy - Thanks for providing some details and information!

I decided not to renew one of tenant lease , the tenant did not provide me her email for me to send the welcome package and the non renewal lease notice. 

Mapping and GIS are great too, but we'll stick to the nuts and bolts here.My question is, with regard to providing high quality, investment-savvy title research, do you also make a habit of jumping down to City Hall or another series of municipal buildings to check for zoning, permitting, and utility issues in addition to your courthouse work?