And what's great here in Columbus is we still see off market deals that are positive cash flowing.

We're still seeing deals that hit the 1% rule, have positive cash flow, and lots of potential for appreciation.

To address this, request documentation, update the lease, address rent payment, consult an attorney, and maintain a positive tenant relationship by communicating clearly.

I’m excited to finally be in a position to take the plunge into real estate investing!

This creates a negative initial position.

Will there will be positive opportunities for investors to make more money in the real estate market ?

In a short sale with a partial claim, your first lien position with the FHA loan takes the loss so the claim can be paid in full.

@Nold R.In addition to the great post from Dave, possibly consider an option where the property is taken out of the LLC sooner rather than later and held as tenants-in-common prior to the sale, possibly setting you up in a position to take your share of the proceeds and individually purchase a replacement property via 1031 exchange. 

Positive cash flow is desired but that is not my primary goal.

After 8 years as a director in the kitchen and bath retail space, I'm bringing my positive energy and relationship building to a wholesaling firm covering Los Angeles and San Diego counties (we specialize in single family homes priced between $400-$1.7M).