However, I would like to take it to the next-level, so I'm armed to be as creative/innovative as possible during underwriting, developing relationships, positioning the property, disposition, etc.

I finally decided to evict them in Nov 2019. 

How will the real estate market be impacted if Romney is elected in Nov?

You will need some down payment, but if you're innovative you may be able to get a 2nd from the seller (are those still kosher for traditional financing, btw) or maybe some first timers loan with a low DP requirement.

During the crash of 2009 we settled in Bloomington, Indiana (sight unseen) where I have now completed two degrees at Indiana University (BS in Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation and an MS in Information Science).

Howdy @Travis HewlettCongratulations on being innovative.  

Breakthrough Thinking: Engage in expansive and innovative thinking to set goals that challenge traditional boundaries.

Bummed to miss you @Kenneth ReimerYes, I spoke on the "From High Tech to High Value: Innovations in Multifamily Management" panel.

My duplex was completed in Nov. of 2013, I am renting one and living rent free.

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