We'll see.I also found out that Experian recommends tenants using a couple of online rent paying systems that help improve the tenants credit score.

So far I noted that this area has been expanding/improving and the rental market is strong.

Also, I notice on the appraisals there's a land value amt, an improvement amt, and a total.  

Until the economy and infrastructure improves nationwide, I have a feeling that it will be even harder and even more expensive to rent, and especially buy.

The property has to be something that you have held for investment purposes (I think generally this would be at least a year during which time it was a rental - either before or after you made the improvements). 

Hi Cortney,  It is in the process of being subdivided, but we'll have to add sewer and do a few other required improvements, like sidewalks along one end of the property.

Some background info:unit 1: $1150/mo – upper unit with view, some recent renovations. on year-long lease ending 11/17.unit 2: $775/mo – upper unit with view. month-to-month, tenant since 9/10.unit 3: $800/mo – lower unit. month-to-month, tenant since 7/14.unit 4: $775/mo – lower unit. month-to-month, tenant since 5/11.unit 1 i'm happy with.unit 2 looks like the biggest opportunity for raising rent. in it's current condition, it looks like i could get 875-950 for it. after some updating, i could get 1100-1350 for it.units 3 and 4 could probably max out at 850. after improvements i could get ~1k/unit.if they are good tenants i would like them to stay. i certainly appreciate the longevity. any advice would be greatly appreciated.

And be able to increase it to $200 after improvements and raising rents to market rates.  

On the commissioners auction website I notice on the appraisals there's a land value amt, an improvement amt, and a total.

Does that help or hurt you as far as improving marketability or increasing repair expenses.Thanks for any and all responses.