First, it is really hard to get a property intended for investment with only 15% down nowadays.

I'm starting to wonder if that is just one of the struggles nowadays that everyone is going through, if there are other lenders that are offering some options, or a creative solution I'm not even aware of.  

I've noticed wholesalers are finding better deals nowadays.

Don't get me wrong, that's pretty good for nowadays, but looking to get that LTV up.

Nowadays, the closing function is being handled by the Title companies (its a separate division within the company). 

Welcome to the investors club .......In the central part of San Diego, the North Park, Hillcrest, Mission Valley areas are all very popular with renters nowadays, Oceanside is even better because you also have a lot of military there as as well.Happy Investing

And I will check with a mortgage broker (nowadays, who pays the broker, me or the bank?).  

Lastly when I worked in the casino Years ago, I learned that all the procedures came a a result of the casino losing money one way or another.

Granted there are more safety's on a saw nowadays then when I started doing tree work 35 yrs ago .

I have just started digging for my first home in Somerville, Arlington and Everett (there is a good chance there will be a casino in Everett or Revere).