That owner is already dreaming of being gone - he’s mentally out of the house and the last thing he wants us the “burden” of a tenant when all he wants is out.

They’ll make up fabulous stories of dying family members tragic medical situations car trouble health complications  job loss bank fraud identity theft ..everything and anything to get out of paying you .

In addition, I can feel your excitement about REI, but make sure you equip yourself mentally for the long haul as Real Estate Investing isn't a get rich quick scheme.

What about health ins?

She said she's call the board of health as well. 

Hi guys, My wife and I are looking for some guidance in making the jump from a full time job to going full time real estate. We are currently receiving benefits through her job at the state. Any suggestions on decentl...

Owner's handyman is having health issues and repairs have stopped.

If your parents had a scarcity mindset and mostly consumers then the mental leap is far greater for the children when they become adults .

Personally, I would rather expand my mental database than rely on that of someone else.

Having to add a commercial kitchen to your bar can throw off your numbers as well, especially if you are on the hook for running a Type 1 hood duct through 10 stories of apartment space or installing a grease intercepter in an existing space.Lastly, make sure that any other building, health department, zoning, and accessibility requirements are taken into account before picking a property.