In my experience, the city officials generally don't know what they are talking about. :) I can count on one hand the number of homes I've ever seen that were beyond repair.

My Parents are Investors (We're nothing super big just mom and pop investors) and I've been thinking, If I decide to be an "official" employee of theirs would there be any problems in applying for a loan?

Also when doing a land contract, if done properly it is recorded in the county and is official and recognized as a such.

Then one day I noticed his son buy a property (same name announced when they won the bid) So I said these are the guys i need to speak with.

Appraisers must be certified, so while anyone can "appraise" a property, it will not be able to be used by the bank or be official.

Looking for a knowledgeable real estate attorney in Chicago; our office really doesn't have an attorney officially so can anyone give me a few recommendations?

Today I'm happy to announce that another BiggerPockets member has graciously joined the BP Moderating Team to help us better moderate and manage the communityKaren Margrave (Previously known as "Karen M.") is an active real estate developer in Southern California.

I would love to have you as my first official contact!

The association then filed with the county official records a "Certificate of Approval."

A new Whole Foods was recently announced in a neighborhood surrounded by blighted and vacant properties.