That turned out to be incorrect, but not necessarily 'overpaying' In my experience, you cannot effectively self administer commercial leases.

Analyze (on computer) a few properties, select a few that meets criteria, setup viewing (all in 1 day to kill several birds with 1 stone).

The business effectively ran itself and he was making a great ROI.

@Harrison Aakre You get good deals by looking at a lot of deals, being very selective with the ones that you seriously pursue, and then negotiating well. 

@Nicky Reader while I am a firm believer in the effectiveness of neti (autocorrect just corrected neti to meth) pots, you need to make sure that the water that is being used is clean.

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If condo beware if the condo assessment that may not be a lien yet but they can lien later.I had taken deed in lieu in Florida but my attorneys prepared a settlement agreement and also has inserted a language into the deed that it will not merge into the title held by my Co; said mortgage shall continue in full force and effect until satisfied by my Co.

This is my first investment and i can really use your guys expertise One effective method is to use the MLS and look at units that have leased in that area.

Two of the units are double units, so there are effectively 10 rentals, per the listing.

Once you are stationed elsewhere, it is nice to have an established relationship with a management company that can take care of things while you are deployed and unable to manage your property as effectively.