I have super children to drive to school.

Also you can drive for dollars and look for off market that way.

As far as out of state investing goes - I bought my first deal out of state and in a lot of ways it forces you to work "on your business" instead of "in your business" as you are unable to go drive by it everyday and check up on things.

Since then, I have done some work that I believe would drive the appraisal up at least another 5,000.

I did the driving for dollars thing but then I am not sure how to find the owner of some of the properties that look abandoned..... any help?

My main interests are for low cost insulators for non-residential applications, but if I can integrate micro rebar or other enhancements and achieve a code compliant (by PSI compression test) formula, then it's a matter of finding a PE to sign off on a floor, foundation or wall application.

#2: You are driving for dollars, and see a rundown house, so you knock on the door.

Hi all, I'm looking to invest in my first property -- looking to see if this passes litmus test.

Not only does this drive housing costs up, but it also makes existing, renovated commercial assets very desirable for investors seeking consistent, stable income streams.

It’s a full rehab(new roof, new drive way, siding is good but a has a few cracks, needs drywall work in one of the rooms(hole in the wall and a crack in the ceiling), full interior needs updated, and some landscaping in the front and back yards.