now, what if they had stains on the floor and paint?

-make sure doors and windows open and close properly if some of them don't could indicate structural problems-check ceilings for water stains or stains that might be covered up with paint, or rough spots on walls could indicate water damage or possibly mold-ask seller to purchase a home warranty in your offer just in case heater or central air takes a dump-make sure floors are level, if not check beams, or foundation outside for cracks these are some major things to look for, but not deal breakers at least for me. these can get you big discounts and can be fixed

In addition I build a steel heavy gauge sheet metal guard that is painted like the building or house that protects the line set.

I spoke to several people while covered in white paint ...

The biggest problem is getting the property turned over (cleaned, painted, etc) when one tenant leaves on the 30th and the next is moving in on the 1st.

Last year I did a landscape project at one property because I have always wanted to do it, and the year before I put in a concrete countertop because I wanted to try a small one before I have one installed in my actual place of residence.Things that don't always make business sense.Nonetheless they do end up differentiating your offerings.So, I noticed a product some time ago called Paint Sensations.

But what about using licensed contractors vs. non-licensed labor, worker's comp, and the EPA's Renovation, Repair, and Painting program?

I'm just starting a similar search, and here's my criteria:Cash Flow1.10% cash-on-cash return, after additional capital expenses.2.Clean/decent condition of interior (note that I might be willing to invest in modest cosmetic fixes such as new appliances, paint, carpet, etc.

How can a house be rented w/ lead paint??

I don't see any allowance for vacancies, repairs, painting or any of the other real life things that happen.all cash