I can make an old house profitable but that's because labor is inexpensive in this market, and government regulations are practically non-existent (though we go above "code" whenever possible and do make things safe).We took $300-400 worth of copper (scrap value) out of one duplex and replaced the plumbing with PEX and PVC because of holes and splits in the copper.

(Not that politicians care, because higher property values = higher tax revenue = bigger government.. and the American voter meanwhile so proud about what political party they are affiliated with don't really care what the issues are).

I've always had a roommate or tenant since I've owned the house to supplement my income as the government...well, it's the government and I don't hold a seat in congress.

The federal government is buying up houses in town due to the hurricane and repeated flooding over the past 3-5 years, hurting house values.

Know the laws & regulations (State & Federal) that govern note investing. collection & enforcement of debt.4.

its unfortunate that money governs your options in life and its no different in funeral service.

I was out money for inspection, survey, HOA application, HOA govern doc order, and other fees.On the day of the closing they called my attorney and said oops can't close, your client's revealed an error in the legal description currently filed, which turned out to be a typo in the legal going back many many owners.

Red flags: * Location* Topography* Lot characteristics* Title issuesLocation meaning -* Neighbors* Shopping* Main street (I won't buy on a main street)* Comps* CrimeTopography meaning -* Excessive slope or excessive flatness... neither of which are cheaply fixed* Flood zone or notLot characteristics -* Easements* Setbacks* Access* SizeTitle issues -* IRS liens, FIFA liens, etc... basically government leans that I can't do jack squat about.Everything else about a house, lot, or title I can remedy if the price is right.

It is a heavy rental market fueled by government subsidized housing.

For me not accepting section 8 is more about the government then the potential tenant.