You can also rent space at the library or the Goodwill Centers, their fees are minimal and sometimes free.

There is a minimal amount of interest that the IRS will force onto the Seller in most cases either way you set this up, it is referred to as Unstated Interest.

The reason I ask is because I'm a bit overwhelmed at HOW to begin, especially while working a full-time job.Ideally I would like to work with a Mentor or partner with someone in the beginning to minimize mistakes and learn from someone who's "been there done that" as opposed to trying to do it on my own.

If there are people living there, any of their personal possessions of any sort of value are targets, one recent phenomenon has been the theft of any sort of "good" prescription drugs like strong pain pills, etc.

then your out of pocket expenses are very minimal.

He taught me that being a landlord does not have to be a headache and that while there is some risk involved in RE, you can minimize it.

I put in my first offer on a Short sale in NC, and was surprised by a due diligence fee. it was very minimal only $200.My question: is it normal to pay a due diligence fee in other states or just NC?

They are typically zero to minimal!

The property is close to train tracks, so some higher quality, sound minimizing windows will really help the rentablity of the property. 3.

@Alex Baev, I think the combo of providing fliers and handouts to the realtor and using the units as a selling point along with minimizing the appearance is the best way forward.