In Gearhart (even closer to Portland) there are several exceptional communities offering luxury oceanfront estates. $1.5M-$2M - Manzanita/Arch Cape.

A couple of solid references can go a long way in helping you avoid being taken advantage of.2.

We've done well just north of Lackland, but primarily look in a few neighborhoods near the airport and a couple spots close to downtown.

The local laws are usually very clear on how a former resident can obtain possession of their property and trespassing unsupervised is usually not legal.  

Hey @Olivia G GonzalezOther than having one Realtor and a couple of Wholesalers that are sourcing you deals, make sure you have checked out the off-market Facebook groups for properties in your target market(s).

Based on comps, I believe the true value is closer to $550,000.There’s been very little interest at the current price, and I have a strong relationship with the owner, who now lives out of state and is looking to buy another home with his fiancée.

Additionally, many claims are denied due to fine-print exclusions such as pre-existing conditions, lack of maintenance, or normal wear and tear, leaving you responsible for partial or full repair costs.The service fees and premiums associated with these warranties can quickly add up, often costing more than if you were to set aside the money yourself.

It’s also a much easier financing path, especially if you're using something like a VA loan or FHA loan with low or no money down.Paying rent while trying to invest out of state doesn’t usually make sense unless you’re in a very unique situation.

This is probably done sooner rather than later, as people who get into financials can lash out as they get more desperate.

Hello Victoria, I usually do 5% vacancy, 5% maintenance and 5% capEx.As you said this will be dependent on how old the main components are and how old the house is.