From one that speaks to people in foreclosure on regular basis, one repeating emotional trend I see is embarrassment---in general, folks in this position often act too late because they are embarrassed (pride is another good emotional anchor) with admitting failure...Although I don't market to these individuals, I understand the mindset all to well and believe any marketing campaign to these folks should include the following components:- Discretion/Privacy: Give them an opportunity to learn more without revealing themselves initially---offer a white paper or recorded info-message which would allow these distressed homeowners to learn without the need to speak to somebody. - Hope: Too many marketers are appealing to fear---although fear is a compelling emotional trigger, the majority of people don't want to be reminded what they will lose, they want to be reassured that there is a chance for recovery

The contributions are a combination of the usual $15000/$20000 401K limits and a profit sharing component.

If these things were done and these components of the building are all new, then you can certainly reduce your operating expense down to nearly nothing, especially considering the onsite maintenence guy.Also, what would be the financial terms of your purchase?

Using both letters and postcards will increase the likelihood that your targeted prospect will call you.There are three key components when prospecting via mailing out letters:Getting the prospect to open your letterGetting the prospect to read your messageCausing the prospect to take the action you indicateLarge companies have gone to expensive methods to trick us into opening their mail.

Not doing so, may be detrimental in the long run.

I can understand that some may say to hire someone with workmans comp only, but when hiring a handyman, landscaper, with a $50-$500 job it's just not realistic to expect them to have it.

It seems a key component is selling your personal residence for 399k.From the pictures it is clear you need to declutter and take personal pictures and items out of there.When the property is staged you are sending the message that you have mentally moved out of the house.If you have a bunch of stuff there it will seem to a buyer you have it listed but are not ready to move on.Also the buyer will have a hard time envisioning themselves and their memories there and will be focused and amused by your STUFF.What are the recent SOLDS for the area?

In my 30+ years of owning and managing my own portfolio, I can tell you without a doubt that the property management component can and usually will make or break your success as an investor.

I think they do split it up into the income and debt components because in the past my rental income has been included with the income from my regular job.

Early retirees are starved for yield, and it has a very detrimental impact on their lifestyle.