Rehab loans are never going to be a sure bet because there is typically the need for an independent 3rd valuation, AKA an appraisal.

So let's say odd months (September) Joint meet up in Yokohama and even months, the Yokosuka chapter meets in Yokosuka and the Tokyo chapter in Tokyo.You just don't know how excited I am about having a chance to meet.Thank you for the half way idea!

 Odd to me -  if it is a foreclosure auction you bought them from them what did they foreclose on to begin with?  

Hey Josh, yes this “odd property type” will give formal banks a huge headache. 

I really see Columbus Ohio as an extremely safe bet for the next 10-20 years.

Reason is what happens if the home needs repairs, do you have $ to cover it or if prices dropThey also will typically want a personal guaranteeYour best bet would be to find someone you know as the conventional private lenders will view this as too risky

They are not strict with tenants, they buy properties in tenant-friendly states/counties, and son on.I would bet you that if one of your RE 'friends' would come on here and show us their business practices, we would see a poorly run business.Anyway, never listen to the naysayers, it sounds like you are set up well and you're on this forum, which gives you a huge advantage.

I'm going to have to ask her what she thinks about this ruling, but I bet she'll feel the same way that you do

I bet there are a lot of people in Joplin, Missour after the storm still milking the system and getting away with it ever day.Joe Gore

Bets of luck!