Taking a deposit to secure the deal can be a good option, as it shows the buyer is serious and committed while also giving you the time needed for the 90-day rule to clear.

My partner and I have ~20 doors in Columbus OH, and we are interested to expand our portfolio to Cleveland, including around Lorain and Euclid.

It’s great since it saves him having to find a good legal clerk, which he would have a hard time finding.  

@Mathew FullerGetting back into Colorado real estate with a 10% down second home loan is a great move, especially if you target high-demand areas like Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, or mountain towns with strong short-term rental potential.

I have been on BP a long time and maybe about eight years ago , a person had a small chance of finding a posted house for sale here that can be flipped.

@Simon PoweYou should consider joining the Cleveland real estate investors club for partners and leads.

Unless you are obtaining a DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) loan or working with a community lender through a portfolio loan, you will likely need to take title to residential real estate in your own name at the time of purchase.

This is a great place to learn and further investigate investing in real estate.

We've used Reg D 506(b) for our syndications and ONLY communicate with investors that have a prior relationship with us.There are two illegal activities that I see all the time. 

Hello @Bethany S Labrinos congrats on getting started on your real estate journey.