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The positive engagements and compliments, as rare as they may be, are what keep me going in this business.

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@Rich Hupper I’m not too knowledgeable about what the bank might require, but as part of your due diligence you would probably engage an environmental/engineering firm to conduct a Phase 1 environmental study.

So engage your wife into learning RE investing with you - this will help your journey through this process. 

If you engage in an active business such as flipping - UBIT may apply, be sure to speak with knowledgeable CPA to understand the tax liability. 

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is it wise to engage the listing agent directly to draft offers?