I have worked as an analyst intern at an REI firm in the past and really enjoyed it.

Any deposit is handled internally by the residents.  

The other components for you to determine is if the house (investment property) will self sustain the mortgage you plan to take on, your income, and your other monthly debts/commitments. 

@Jeff Greenberg  Profit is not a component of the market value calculation. 

I have had some properties where I had to terminate the contract because of these main 3 components.

If the availability of delayed financing is a critical component in your decision, get tight with your loan officer or mortgage broker before you purchase the place to ensure you are qualified.Home is gutted and in the middle of a rehab when the appraiser shows up.

I'm debating the topic internally at the moment and was hoping for others to weigh in with their experiences in WI.Thanks,Mitch 

I'm also an internal auditor so I always have questions about efficiency and risks.

Ratio Utility Billing Services Company (RUBS)Service Members: Lawn carePaintersPlumberFence co.Paving / Cement co.RooferGeneral carpentry and maintenanceCarpet CleanerFlooring companyUsed appliance co.Sign co.Web designerLaundry companyBackground checksRenters insurance Service members are an important component to the success of your business, but you may employ several of these members.

Just like in late 2008, its a bubble and prices will fall 30%-50% during the next recession when all the international money goes away.