Investors who stay in tune with the local marketplace and apply the 70% formula as a guideline instead of a blanket rule will make their offers more competitive and their investments more lucrative.This post originally appeared on the BiggerPockets blog.

Originally posted by @Jose M Ruiz:Hello,I am looking to buy villas fro 3 to 5 years in Bali, Indonesia.

Originally the question was how do you fair later in the year.

I somehow missed that in my original reading, but it immediately struck me when I returned. 

Originally posted by @Vanesa Gonzalez:@Susan O. unfortunately when I had my first eviction last year, I contacted several agencies BUT none of them wanted to work with me because I only own 10 units.

Backup Plans: If the original plan falls through, have alternatives ready (such as switching from a flip to a rental).12.

Originally posted by @Joseph Lyman:Hello to all.My name Is Joe Lyman.

Originally posted by @Wayne Brooks:If the fee is contingent upon a closing/sale, yes. 

@Joseph Braun I’m originally from Baltimore and yes to everything @Nicholas L. mentioned.

Originally posted by @Jon Holdman:@Jay Hinrichs how is your buddy doing with those?