I feel that buying here is far too speculative but if I would have bought that property 3 years ago then it would be considered a win today. 

Some of us have to keep these small wins to keep our feet wet!

Try calling an AIG or Zurich kind of company, which are the major players in this area of insurance.

It's a no win situation and they can make every showing a disaster,, leave out trash, smelly diapers,, block entry,, That's why when larger complex is selling they usually have buyer act like a maintenance tech so they basically see the units and not cause a heads up with tenants.. 

Its how you win, and winning can be profitable.    

It will be a lot harder to coordinate all of the upcoming capex at a distance and making a 60% profit on an out of state investment is a win in my book.

So don't be afraid to not hit a home run every time because base hits consistently will win the game. 

But that is basically the real estate equivalent of a winning scratch ticket. 

I come prepared and knowledgeable about the possible property purchase and likewise, that helps win them over.

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