The best books I've read about commercial real estate include "The Best Real Estate Syndication Book Ever by Joe Fairless" and "The Real Book of Real Estate by Robert Kiyosaki" Even if you're not trying to syndicate anything, read the first one because it'll teach you a ton about buying commercial sized properties.

Seattle currently includes 'source of income' as a protected class when considering tenant applicants. 

The property owner redeemed one of his properties that were included in MD tax sale.

I agreed, stating that hot water in some capacity is a required living condition.To repair the HVAC, piping had to be redone in the walls, including walls in the tenant’s room.

If your plans include 5+ flips a year this may be a worthwhile investment.This is just my insight and subject to change once the inventory begins to meet demand. 

Work hard to find two jobs, any job include Macdonald’s job.

Example:$100,000 ARV x 70% = $70,000 All-in- $20,000 Rehab - $5,000 Closing (Acquisition Closing, HML Points, Refinance Fees)- $5,000 Holding = $40,000 MAO Holding costs include (but not limited to) loan payments, insurance, taxes, utilities, HOA fees, etc., that occurs during the Rehab period and up until the property is fully rented.I get a lot of “NO’s”.  

@Skyler Harris you can get a free estimate from a reputable foundation repair company, which should include a lifetime warranty.

Many strategies include using notes as well as real estate.

You'll find a great group of people here, including some very active in your target market.