:)I had a rental townhouse in Pleasant Grove that I planned on holding indefinitely, but recently sold it after just 18 months because purchase prices keep going up so quickly here, and rents aren't really keeping pace.

It’s much better being pleasantly surprised with less than expected expenses.  

These guys work hard, but are trades first and business people second.Dealing with them, at first, was a bit of a culture shock, coming from a banking and management consulting background.

I think folks would be shocked at how good the money is. 

I like elance, and find that people on odesk can be a bit cheaper and have found some excellent designers there.Another thing I like to do is mention inside the bid description one thing that I'd like them to do once they bid.So, for example, I might give them the job description, and then tell them to answer a question, and then close off.This immediately narrows it down to 30% of people, because the majority shockingly don't read the entire post, and I know not to waste my time with them.Some will provide you with a sample, or give you ideas before you award the bid to them (though you cant directly ask on elance).Of course, their feedback helps a lot too. :)

You may be pleasantly surprised! 

ALWAYS was shocked when I heard Brandon say that $100 dollars positive cash flow on a door is "good".I was so shocked.

Most CA residents are quite shocked to find out you can actually buy 4 bedroom houses for $100-$200K.

So this cash for keys scenario is probably going to involve a pretty big check.. and the broker will have to do a cash call to the investors for that.. and those are not pleasant calls.

Well I am now at step number 5 My tenants did not move out this past Tuesday......I know, what a shock.