Don't get me wrong...it's still VERY hard to do - but it's easier.  

I self manage my properties and I screen tenants very hard to minimize these potencial situations.

A bit about me: I'm committed to learning the ins and outs of the market, and I'm not afraid to roll up my sleeves and work hard.

Hard to understand your post but am assuming you are saying that the individual acting on behalf of the seller was assumed to be an agent but you are finding out they are actually a wholesaler?

The hard money 10% plus additional thousands in closing costs was too much to swallow. 

If someone lets say is looking for a lender for a hard to place deal are you going to refer to Lenders who are on your roster ? 

Purchase price: $240,000 Cash invested: $60,000 I purchased this duplex in distressed condition using owner financing for $240K and secured a $60K hard money loan for renovations.

I’m having a hard time reconciling your title and what you’re actually saying in your post.

I have had a hard time Finding other quotes thus far.In my opinion yes 

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