While they explain what some of the indicators are that they use to determine what would make a good emerging market, they do not really get into the nuts an bolts of exactly how to conduct this research.All in all I thought the book was good and it definitely gave me some moments of inspiration of things I can change in my own investing career, however I would have preferred more practical "how to" information versus theory.This is a book that I believe would be helpful for experienced investors.

You'll get a good idea what standard practice is in the area by doing so.This worksheet should prove to be handy for conducting your interviews:http://www.biggerpockets.com/forms/Property-Manager-Worksheet.pdf

My advice to you is to consult a CPA with a background in real estate, before you proceed with any business formations.Let them know exactly how you intend to conduct your business in the beginning, once established and thereafter.

I do not know how successful an agent is if they show up... but the companies realize the agent spent about 1000 to get there and that they are serious....Some of the confrences offer great classes and networking opportunities...check out: REOMAC, FIVESTAR CONFERENCE, MBA

I was out in Wheaties neighborhood yesterday (Broomfield) for the NRBA conference...

Or,In the event A defaults on the loan the Trustee will (after the proper notices) conduct a Trustee's Sale (that's what foreclosures are called in Trust Deed states.So I'm not sure how you could (using the correct meanings of the words) have a "warranty deed to trustee".I'm not familiar with the term "land trust deed".

so i stayed with this company.i financed a few homes for a few developers and they liked how i conducted business and asked if i could find a way to finance their developments.

Personally, the issue for me would be whether she is damaging the property or conducting illegal activity at the property.

For example:Closing on Purchase: MECash down payment: YOUFind tenants: MEScreen tenants: MEPrepare and sign leases and other dox: MEManage property (maintenance, escrows, rent collection): MEDecide to sell: BOTH OF USList property and conduct closing at sale: ME...From this you can better understand and justify an equity split.

They're great and my only problem is that you cannot record conference calls, which is silly considering it's all digital VOIP happening anyhow.