The realtors need that money in escrow to cover their behinds, since they insert themselves into the middle.Now - that doesn't mean you don't pay earnest money.

In my contract to purchase on a deal I'm going to wholesale I insert a clause that states the seller knows I'm going to make a profit and they grant me the right to advertise the property (including on the MLS) and allow other brokers to show the property.

Are you currently doing (insert desired rental strategy) in this market?

If I have to renovate a bathroom, I no longer use the plastic/fiberglass shower inserts.

If a wholesaler wants to put up nothing or the typical 100 type junk then the seller should insert a " right to continued marketing clause".

Remember all those articles of people leaving their jobs to become realtors, loan officers *insert other real estate related occupation* ?

@Steve Babiak I am consistently told "10 months" but I say a year because investors flippantly say, "Having my money tied up for a year isn't that ______________________ (insert thought)..." 

I have a question and am looking for some advice and guidance.I am currently trying to buy a property that is going to sheriffs auction on the the 16th but the broker handing the transaction wants to know who's buying the property before so the buyer can buyer directly from the bank.Heres a contingency  The bidder’s offer is contingent upon insert Bank here being the successful bidder at Sheriff’s Sale.Can I just go outbid the bank to make sure the bank doesn't get a better deal?

Also, how do I insert the @Robert Laird....nevermind...just did it!

Make sure you do plenty of research and learn about [insert specific type of investing here] and your market before you jump in."