Matt,The banks and trustees need to know that you have the means to do what you want to do.what I mean by that, is if you have proof of funds, and time is short,i call the bank and trustee and fax that, with my tentative offer or plan,and if needed i conference in the homeowner on those calls.the bank's last desire is to get the property back, and I've stopped the sale at minutes before the end of the day just before the sale...get a letter for proof of funds, and know you have a deal,and stay aggressive...these lenders are so overwhelmed with 'investors' that don't appearor sound believable, that sometimes their only change of demeanor will come by showing them the money...stay focused, and don't quit...

I remember some moons ago I went to Jeff Kaller's one day teaser seminar at the hotel conference room (sponsored by local REIA).

This defense may even go so far as the person who has just purchased the course lying about their success - although they have not closed a transaction.

The roof is the front line of defense for the structure.

Even if you have to pay for it yourself, it's worth the cost, and will protect you from future title claims.And yes, the deed you get from an REO purchase will provide less warranty from the seller than a general warranty deed, but the title insurance is your first line of defense and will protect you.There's absolutely no reason not to buy an REO as an OO purchase...just beware that there may be some additional rehab required (per my earlier post)...

Do yourself a favor, ask a Federal white collar criminal defense attorney.

I wanted to report back about my experience at this conference.1 - My session went very well.

The court stated that there was a real conveyance even if no money changed hands because the Gebhardts obtained benefits conferred by a Virginia LLC, including limited liability and estate planning benefits.

Any foreclosure defense attorney will do most of what they are referring to in defense for a borrower.

Thanks to all the veterans who have stood up in the defense of this country.