best wishes  i dont do gap funding at all.. so no.. not something I would do we do JV deals every week but we have zero debt all cash and we control the process. 

Ask the manager to explain their process for dealing with maintenance, late rent, evictions, turnover, etc.

THAN institute the new GOOD management, and process going forward.

I found a house that I like to purchase in a great neighborhood and the exterior looks great for a 1922 stick built house.

Here’s the context:The house appears vacant, with a large tree that has fallen on the property.From what I can see, the house seems full of furniture and might even be a hoarder home.I’ve skip-traced the property and found that the owner has unfortunately passed away.The house seems to be mortgage-free, and I’ve identified three phone numbers associated with the son, who I believe is the heir.I’d like to reach out to the son to express my interest in purchasing the property, but I want to ensure I do so respectfully while also gathering the right information.Here are my questions:What’s the best way to approach the heir while showing my condolences for their loss?

Ultimately buying real estate without down payment funds is far trickier of a process.

Any insights would be greatly appreciated as I navigate this process. 

@Wade Wisner -  Most of the notes that we purchase we keep in our portfolio and borrow against them with private capital.

The first purchase is always a huge learning experience.

Im looking at purchasing a duplex in middletown, Ohio.