The PM also has a good feel typically for the level of rehab that is appropriate to bring the property to an optimal state of rental readiness.

When you get your loan for your purchase you will designate your property as a primary residence, there will be language in that mortgage/deed of trust which will typically stipulate that designation and there are guidelines which allow you to move out and rent the property in the future without having to refinance.

They are not causing extreme damage, but more wear than I would expect for a typical family.Can I charge them for repainting the walls on moveout, professional carpet cleaning, tile grout stains from not cleaning after spills, etc, or would this be considered normal wear?

Yhey typically want to buy at <70% of ARV.

If you make it to Denver, let's set down for a cup of coffee and I'll share with you and your husband everything I know about REO's.

I seriously think that some landlords (mainly talking about typical private individuals here - not larger management companies) forget about the basics!

About $3-4 per linear foot, including downspouts, is typical investor pricing for me in Atlanta.

Typically, you can't resell quickly, so holding costs can potentially eat up any profit you would otherwise make.

The EM is typically less.

Jon,The typical thought is below $100.