But if your in flat to semi flat appreciation markets which could describe most of the US as the prices seemed to have topped in most areas.. then you really need to look at your fixed expenses and see where it all falls out.

Yellowletter.com is just one off the top of my head.

I'm reading and learning as much as possible about the Federal Fund Rate. It's interesting to see the connection with a boom (today) and bust (unknown yet) cycle for real estate markets. Can someone explain why the fu...

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Which means when you do get contacted, the deal isn't going to be as good because it was passed over by the top buyers.I suggest getting on more lists, and don't try to hit a home run on your first deal with them.

But let's say she had shoved furniture into the attic, on top of the water heater pipes, that eventually leaked through the ceiling & created a repair that cost $500.

It needs a little make ready work nothing over the top and all that is budgeted for in either case.  

You Could, but with an REO you’ll need a legit POF or preapproval, you won’t be able to assign it, and you likely won’t find a flipper willing to pay that price, let alone with any fee on top of it.

There are tons of resources on this site:Attend local REIA meetings and connect with like-minded investors: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happeningsRead the Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingListen to the BP Podcasts:https://www.biggerpockets.com/podcast