I say that because some of the podcasts are geared towards types of investing that I have no desire in, find your niche of what you want to do and listen to some podcasts and read as many books on the subject as possible. 

There are almost no rentals available in this county as the schools are desirable.

The first step in learning is to show up with the desire, so you are on your way.  

We ended up selling this property and buying another one in a more family desirable area.

Here are the numbers.List Price: 274,900Bed/Bath: 3/3Garage: 2Year built: 1976Total Fin SqFt: 2,235I would only offer about 250k, it's been on the market for 47 days.The upper could rent out for 1,500/monthThe lower could likely rent out for 950/monthVery desirable area. 

Because people expect to negotiate so they fulfill the desire. 

Nothing fancy 50' x 100' lot in a not so desirable area of town that allows MH's.

Still, one has to ask the question  what repairs are NECESSARY, such as the updating of the wiring because it's unsafe, and which ones you desire because you want higher rents.  

But when it comes to fix and flips, you must set aside your own desired and likes and just match the comps.

I'm looking for a multifamily strictly for an investment, and we looked at some pretty awful duplexes for the $250k range, in very blue-collar neighborhoods (although not too far from desirable areas).