"All inclusive" is a marketing tool.If I had good utility usage history from the utility company (2 years) and could see predictable patterns, I'd use them in my cash flow calculations and wouldn't have any trouble making an offer on such a property.

Good news.I think if it is an all-inclusive, safe, predictable asset that cash flows at 9% ROA, someone would be interested in that.

Whenever a state or a muni is willing to give away massive tax breaks to attract big, anti-union businesses, and in turn ask the citizens to pay little state income tax, it's clearly a "pro-growth" environment.

We are experiencing solid job growth as the politics have created a favorable tax environment for companies to move to AZ from states like California.

After the first 2 properties, I've consciously acquired properties that are newer/nicer/larger than average so that they would appeal in a rental environment with more options, which will likely happen down the road.Hope this helps Erik!

One idea was to rent out the rooms to students at $700-$800 (all inclusive).

I would like to transform 2-3 bedroom to super hyper Disney themed. inclusive of slide bunks, wall wrap, lighting, sound etc. has anyone done this and give insights as to the general cost?

I am trying to get myself into a new job course...Thank you to anyone who's willing o help out :-)You have to surround yourself with the environment you want to influence you.

Alternatives to bonds certainly are merited in such an environment as you suggested. 

So I got started and modified the plan as I went to meet current economic conditions, lending environments, and my preferences.I hated all 30 jobs I ever had and just wanted enough passive income so that I did not need a job.