The topic of Contractors and appraisal hasn't come up AT ALL. 3. 

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good thread, I think it's wise to take in what the elder statesmen said here, since we're touching on so many time based and far ranging topics.  

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I think this is a very interesting topic.  

As an initial statement, while I am interested in perspectives on the Baton Rouge market in particular, this topic should apply equally to a great number of college towns and other similar markets so perspectives from other markets are just as welcome to discuss this issue.I am interested in starting to invest in rental properties and I am enjoying all of the guides, blogs and discussion topics which I have reviewed so far.

I know this topic has been extensively covered and I've read plenty of forums, but I haven't been able to find exactly what I am looking for. 

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