We would rather not have a 20k escrow from a 203k that we don't use up right away, but would like access to the HELOC if need be for cabinets, etc.

If it is to rehab and sell than i can help because thats what i do.I do one house at a time and do almost all of the work myself.A lot of investors use contractors but here i dont see how you can make money subbing everthing out.Id like to hear from other investors in the buffalo area.i just finished one in tonawanda(its 7 fremont tonawanda ny 14150 do i search on realty usa its up right now)let me know what you think.Matt pm me your contact info ill call you.thanks kevin

That just blows my mind.Regardless, Rich is right about Meetup groups, and again, setting one up right here would be another great way to get going.

I don't have the numbers or the will to dig them up right now.

.- Allow me to make jewelry because it's my passion, not my passion that pays the bills- Free up my time to pursue travel and my interest in martial arts. 

All components rotted with worn finish .Unknown foundation status , with uprights set on blocks and wood.

I am way too good looking for prison. let your bankers help you with the Patriot act compliances then your good to go.. securities and other things are not germane to a out of country lender.. also there are special tax breaks that I can share with you off line if you set this up right.. that will make you look like a freaking hero to your off shore investors.. 

The tax hit can be a lot to make up right off the bat.Personally, I have converted most of my old 401(k)s to a Self Directed IRA, and I use that to invest in multifamily and self storage syndications.

Rent goes up, right??

I called up Geico and they mentioned that they don't cover my type of tenant(martial arts studio) I wonder if there is a certain cutoff.