Allow it to go it's course.If the Seller accepts a buyer, then fine, let the deal go through to it's final course.If the listing expires without going into Contract AND if the deal falls out of Contract, such as when a Buyer fails to attain a Mortgage, then I can offer to buy the Property since there is no Agency relationship as the Contract with the Buyer had expired.I don't think I would want to offer a guaranteed buyout because I may need a contingency as well.Does that sound right to you?

Investing in real estate is something I have always been interested in, but thanks to BiggerPockets, something that seemed like a far off goal now seems attainable.

However, with FHA there is no requirement.Would it be feasible to attain let's say a 4plex with FHA and then refi to VA after 2 yrs?

Life punishes those who are vague, so have your goals be of what, how much of, and by when kind of things from there it is creating the plan to match the goals and working backwards and fighting to attain them.

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I am from southern California and it will be my first time acquiring any properties for investment purposes.I will actually be visiting the area with my parents 11/23 - 11/26 and will be glad to meet with any lenders, investment specialists, sales agents, property managers, on here from the area, who is knowledgeable and helpful in regards to first time investor needs and interests.Since I am new on here, I am looking for any general tips, suggestions, links, and directions on this site on where I can find more useful information in attaining my goals.Thank you in advance and I wish everyone the best.Chris

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