Yes, there could be less work required, but you have to plan with conservative estimates and in this case without any inspection whatsoever, that is a full gut rehab.

If someone is guaranteeing no risk whatsoever in a particular investment class, that is a huge red flag.

Cut my teeth in HVAC design and some light plumbing design.

Return home and shave/shower/brush my teeth.6.

I'm a bit concerned because it seems like your winging it with no system whatsoever.

.* Make sure you have no relationship whatsoever between you, the agents and the seller.* Make sure you use logic not emotion for this roller coaster of a ride you are about to embark on.

I fail to see how your taxes or your insurance costs have any relation whatsoever to the rents you're charging - those rents are based on supply and demand of housing product.I see the direct relationship.

Every time I experience a problem, something else gets added to the lease to prevent it- or gain some teeth if we have to appear in court.

Housing is more fun than teeth!

Unfortunately, I did not find any comfort level whatsoever.