It certainly sounds like there's no substitute for networking with other investors in the area.

Auto extension agreementsA list of reminder clauses to be used when seller agrees to finance;Subordinated agreement, Early pay-off discount, Substitution of collateral, First right of refusal, Principal mortgage clause, Interest only clause, Delayed payment terms, Seller option to buy back, lease back, Prime rate clause, Stutter clauseThe above is a good place to start when getting into this wonderful business.When you get the lead, be ready to do business.Charles

There is no substitute for your own competence.

Might keep in mind, financing does not add value to any property, you don't substitute terms for price, getting great terms doesn't increase the price point ever.

There is no substitute for just doing it.

They may want a quick close or they may prefer time to find/close on their next house.Generally you can substitute financing if you don't delay closing.  

“When the property is sold and we’re about to be paid off (these are always for short term flips in California) we normally sign and notarize a Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance and submit it to escrow along with the original Note and sometimes, if they request it, the original DOT.We’ve never had a problem.

There is no substitute for just driving the area, walking the houses and talking to the people.

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