Thanks very much for the advice guys. I will give it a pass. Scott.

Hi Adam, Thanks for your insight. Is your decision based on cash flow, potential appreciate or both? Do you have a drop dead number in regards to cash flow that you won't go under? Scott

Hey all, I have a potential property that I wanted to run by you as well as a few questions. Listed for $165,000 Seller is willing to take $158,000 Insurance is $60/month Taxes are around $150/month Current renter is paying $850/month and is desperate to stay. Willing to pay $950...

Hi everyone. What type of statistics publications (if any) do you use? I was looking at FP Markets ` Canadian Demographics ` updated for 2012 as a potential publication to purchase and was wondering if there are other options. For example, is there a publication that has real estate value...

I really appreciate your time Adam. What issues do you see with the London and Guelph markets? Is it regulatory, cash flow, down market, all of the above?

I was looking at London or Guelph right now but not limiting myself.

What's your opinion on housing for students? It seems like you could make more renting by the room but I'm sure there are also down sides to it. Anyone deal with student housing? Scott

Are the prices on a foreclosure/power of sale set in stone or are they negotiable like any other?

Hello Mark, Do you find that the lower prices on the properties are worth the extra concerns/hassles or does do you basically have to look at it on a case-by-case basis? Thanks for responding. Scott

Hi all, I am looking for some input of power of sale properties. What are the inherent benefits and risks of dealing with power of sale properties? Have any of you in vested in or specialize in these types of properties? Thanks, Scott.

I'd love to be on your list as well. I am just getting started and would love to meet with like-minded people. [email protected]

Hi Ryan. I also design websites as part of my business. If you wan to email me at scottgardiner1970 @ gmail.com (make sure to remove the spaces) I would be happy to answer any questions you have. Scott

Thank you Thomas. I appreciate your input and the welcome. I still enjoy the tech industry but it's not enough for me any more. Our stories do sound similar. It's nice to know there are others out there. Scott

Thank you both very much for your responses. I will take your advice to heart. I happen to know someone that has been in real estate investing for many years and will use him as a resource as well as following advice from the knowledgeable people here. Thanks again, Scott

Hello everyone. First let me just say how nice it is to find an online destination full of so many like-minded people. I am looking forward to getting to know you and share the ins and outs of this adventure. Now, my story. I have just started reading the book Real Estate Investing in...