So there - I don't think helocs are a long term solution, but until we get to the point that rates are sufficiently low, we can use them to get equity from homes and continue to grow our portfolio.

I went into Ohio market 12 years ago, alongside with continuing to invest in Canada, and sure glad I did. 

Hopefully, they know what they are doing and advise you to kill the deal, but continue to negotiate.This can be done with a simple counter-offer asking for more Due Diligence time.

The high end areas bring 2k+ but will continue to rise.

I've enjoyed creating and tweaking our own analysis tool to help us analyze deals.I don't think we are interested in pursuing flips, but I'm curious to better understand the analysis side of this strategy to continue my learning.I've tried to do some research, but I keep coming up with some areas that I'm not following. 

I too continue wondering why they spend SOOO much time teaching if they are so successful in flipping REOs.

Some cities are pro growth others will fight you tooth and nail.

Hey Kevin,I say continue to buy rentals and of course needs to be out of state because of where you live.

I continuously run into more people like this (I am sure living in Ca does not help).  

If the interest rate is below market the bank and there’s plenty of equity the bank maybe be incentivized to continue with the foreclosure even if you transfer it back to the seller.