Originally posted by "Dan O'Connor":Daniel,Huge opporunity along with huge potential for disaster (especially for new investors) awaits you in the probate game. 8) If you'll Google "rick harmon, the probate guy" you'll find a link to some posts of an investor buddy who works CA.

Talk to you later buddy & keep it biggerpockets!

@Christopher LightnerThis might be a good time to consult with a real estate CPA and find out the best strategy for you.I know buddies who buy in a trust and have an LLC for the company.Paul

So a lifelong buddy of mine just returned home from basic and would like to partner up with me in a long-term flip (holding it for at least a year).

A buddy when he buys lowers the water pressure 30-40%.

@Brandon Turner Thanks for the feedback buddy (but I know Josh told you I had that lonely post LOL).

Buddy,Thanks for the help.It was from the Property Condition Report.I'm going to go look at the house and confirm condition.

If there is a score it's coordination to closing, if not, counter offers until it hits or dies, then repeat.With agents it's a bit different, we put the client in the mix discussing strategies but I rarely meet a client as if I'm just the old buddy of the Realtor not representing the client or charging anything, just tagging along.It's not rocket science. :)

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I know my own hvac buddy usually says floor insulation in Charleston is one of the last places to put your $ as far as efficiency goes.