I would say 2 points for one day funding is reasonable ($1500-$2000 as "minimum") specially when you're dealing with the direct lender not a broker.

I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, tax planning and financial planning.

Hard money lenders are basically prohibited from lending on a primary residence under Dodd Frank unless they have a special licensing.

I'm looking for people who have actually done it or are brokers that specialize in self-storage and are familiar with the markets who could give me some tips on what to look out for and how to work towards buying them.

If you put it up for auction with no representation for possession, you are going to take a discount on the sale.

@Nicholas KaniaI recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, business taxation, and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.

The key with condo complexes is to do due diligence on each individual complex as far at whether they are warrantable, VA-approved, and whether they might be facing any upcoming special assessments or have issues with the state-mandated structural integrity studies and their reserves.

Within fourteen days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays or other legal holidays, after termination of the tenancy and delivery of possession and demand by the tenant the landlord shall provide the tenant an itemized list of all deductions together with the amount due and payable to the tenant, if any.

Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, kind of like special lenders, offer good rates but need well-kept properties with lower down payments and longer payback times.

Every state has a unique set of laws and regulations regarding the foreclosure process, so your ability to succeed will depend largely on where you're operating.Also, all three of these require advanced skills and background, so I wouldn't necessarily start here.That said, if you do then be sure to get top-notch training and complete deal documentation from folks who have seen at least one full real estate cycle.Rather than specializing so soon in your real estate career, I would instead recommend just getting in front of as many real estate owners with problems.Just getting really good at talking (and listening!)