Hello BP community, I would love to hear more about the process of developing in Washington DC.

is why they want a payment plan.. personally I would take them up on it. 

I also like contractors that have packets that allow you to pick out the stuff that you want to use for that project, which reduces the quality control process..

Speak with the director of development (they're not always titled that way, so just ask for whoever deals with area developments, new construction, rezoning, etc.) to ask if they'd be supportive of your plan.

. - AOA Debt Reporting Service: letter sent w 120 days to pay (with credit bureau reporting) after which it rolls over contingency plan with collection agency getting 38%.I know I would not want the task for what they charge.  

Would love to hear your plans. 

I’m new to real estate investing and am in the process of trying to acquire my first property.  

The process can take client's anywhere from one month to two years of active and consistent searching, analysis and dealmaking to acquire the right home.

As far as whether to approach them with or without an agent - approaching them directly without an agent can save the seller probably 2.5-3% of fees, which give you some room to negotiate on the price, but you need to be confident that you are capable of evaluating the property value, estimating on the amount of work that is needed, knowing how to negotiate/ structure the deal, and navigating the closing process.

You'll find that your best talent is already working at another lender or is planning to transition to the broker side.