Be pro active in policing tenants.

If the homes on the market(active) asking price is lower than the sold value.

When getting a property under contract, instead of rushing to shop around for an inspector to visit the property and having him/her create a report all within the inspection period (so stressful!)

The FHA says that examples of such problems include but are not limited to the following: Missing handrailsCracked or damaged exit doors that are otherwise operableCracked window glassDefective paint surfaces in homes constructed post-1978 (because of lead paint hazards)Minor plumbing leaks (such as dripping faucets)Defective floor finishes or coverings (worn through the finish, badly soiled carpeting)Evidence of previous (non-active) wood-destroying insect/organism damage where there is no evidence of unrepaired structural damageRotten or worn-out counter topsDamaged plaster, sheetrock or other wall and ceiling materials in homes constructed post-1978Poor workmanshipTrip hazards (cracked or partially heaving sidewalks, poorly installed carpeting)Crawl spaces with debris and trashLack of an all-weather driveway surface=================There are many areas, however, where the FHA does require problems to be remedied in order for the sale to close.Electrical and Heating The electrical box should not have any frayed or exposed wires.All habitable rooms must have a functioning heat source (except in a few select cities with mild winters).Roofs and Attics The roofing must keep moisture out.The roofing must be expected to last for at least two more years.The appraiser must inspect the attic for evidence of possible roof problems.The roof cannot have more than three layers of roofing.If the inspection reveals the need for roof repairs and the roof already has three or more layers of roofing, the FHA requires a new roof.Water HeatersThe water heater must meet local building codes and must convey with the property.Hazards and NuisancesA number of conditions fall under this category.

Enjoy this current & more coming downturn & just buy silver to be a hedge against your real estate portfolio be it mobile homes, apartment or single family & whether your active or passive!

I was hoping for leads to specific brokerages that actively operate in the investment space.   

This year's goal is to just focus on flipping mild fixer uppers as it's a little more fun and active.

The first step is to determine how much time you can devote to real estate investing: it will help you narrow your focus to either passive or active RE investing.

We have an active meetup that meets about once a month. 

@Reid MathewsGenerally speaking, if your rental activities rise to the level of a 'trade or business', any costs that are 'ordinary and necessary' for running a rental real estate business can be expensed.