If you're buying at the tip top of the market trying to maximize your leverage then naturally you will be looking at places where most if not all of their income potential has been realized. 

Legal egress windows are a must and help bring in natural light into an otherwise dark area. 

@Michael Walker, if the wood is pressure treated the construction is solid without rot or corrosion, then have a coat of oil based stain applied to all of the wood.

Does anyone know how much (roughly) it is to convert oil to gas heat on. 2,500 sq. ft. duplex?

That said, valuations have been so astronomical for years, it may still be a tough sandbox to play in.To your questions:1) Home value for money, regulatory environment, local economy, low exogenous risk (i.e. natural disasters) and available, capable management nearby.2) Yes, but you are going to need management, good systems, and you are going to have to buy things that cashflow with some cushion.

Due to the complex nature of Self-Directed IRAs, it is helpful to have a custodian that will provide some much-needed guidance as you travel through the murky and confusing waters of the IRS tax code.Some IRA custodians have more complicated fee structures than others.

This growth is driven mainly by natural increase (359,114) and net domestic migration (407,913), which is the movement of people from one area to another within the United States.

Gorgeous Kitchen with Upgraded Granite, Brand New Cabinets, New Energy Star SS Appliances, Peninsula with bar seating, Trendy New Tile and Plush Carpet Throughout, New Roof, New Furnace, New Oil Tank, Completely Repainted Throughout!!!

Its terms seem to tailor toward natural disaster, such hurricanes and wild fire (thus language of relocations, etc.), as applicants will be location dependent to apply.  

My market is influenced by the oil and gas industry and we’re in a slump right now.