If a tenant gets a protection order, I'd change out the locks and probably install a security camera.

Since talking with the agent, we have also been looking at a live in flip option outside of the area that is in a much nicer location, but at the end of the two years when we sell we’d probably break even (being conservative-the property values, at least according to Zillow, on this street widely vary so it’s hard to place and the agent hasn’t given his input yet) with the 2 years of holding costs.

Trying to avoid neighborhoods that would require me to hire security for a property, but I don't mind taking some risk.

Would finding a wholesaler to secure deals for me be counterproductive?

Insurance costs will go up when your value goes up, obviously and the bank will likely make you secure a year of premium before refinancing.

Alex works with over 80 different National Lenders and has access to a wide variety of lending products. 

Also ensure that you get the security deposits from the seller as well.  

However, since we are still devouring loads of information in order to get started, that decision isn't 100% final yet.We own our home, and are in the midst of selling an apartment that we own out of state in order to secure funds and start investing in Tampa.We hate to admit it, but we almost got trapped by a Guru course. 

Having money spread out in multiple investments is more secure in my opinion.

I am a 27 year old IT Security Engineer who is always eager to learn new things.