Our job is to rapidly identify, qualify and analyze all listings, tour the propsect as soon as possible and write workable and winnable offers.

For starter, I am married to my 9-5 job and looking for a way out.

Because one of my first questions dealt with the job’s complexity, to which I asked the loan officer to review with underwriting if this would be a problem.

You are working a demanding corporate job but also want to build rentals on the side.

Be sure to actually contact the landlord for verification—fake references are more common than you’d think.In-Person Meeting: Meeting potential roommates in person is a great way to get a feel for compatibility.

Rentals have remained pretty hot outside of common slower times around holidays.

Has good job at a local factory & recently started school to become a welder. 

Provide copies to all parties involved.This project-specific agreement works well for one-time jobs, but if you plan to work with subcontractors regularly, I highly recommend having an attorney draft a Master Services Agreement (MSA) for your business.

(+1 sub)speaking of uncut gems. it's interesting that was the movie you were going to watch, given your situation. can't really compare RE to gsmbling, but the guy had heart and wouldn't give up for nothing. great job on persevering thru this storm! 

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