The back alley was so overgrown we could barely get through and the only spot we could even get to the fence was heavily fortified, again by the neighbors, with copious amounts of deck screws.

It depends heavily on your local market. 

Recently became a Realtor to assist in my RE career, and need a few more props so I dont have to rely as heavily on the Realtor aspect as I am probably more of an investor at heart.My problem: A) 6 months ago I settled a 2nd lien on one of my props, which included a series of late payments.

For out of state investing...I heavily use websites for researching and finding deals.  

I also use word of mouth heavily and have minions all over the city spotting vacant properties for me.

I would also lean heavily on a local realtor that understands the investor and his/her needs. 

I've since learned that he's pretty heavily wired into the Hispanic community in this particular area, which is how he's picked up so many listings.Thanks again.

This is heavily increasing the rental supply.I hope this gives some insight to why our rental rates are decreasing.

When she gets her license we will look heavily at wholesaling as well, that would be her expertise and mine would be flips and to add to our rentals. 

In a few years the value of these items will be heavily diminished for what I could sell them for.This versus buying a house say for 50k that in 3 years could be worth 85k where you have built equity and positive cash flow.