So I don't seem to have a big problem in finding good rehab projects to buy, I don't seem to have too much of a problem getting those properties renovated on time and on budget (more or less), don't have a problem getting a contract on them, but I'm having a terrible time with what happens after all of that but before settlement- with probably 1 in 3 of my deals falling apart prior to closing.I've tried to do different incentives and stuff for the buyers of my houses to use a lender who I know can get the deal done, but I haven't had success with that.

I was also advised that in that $25K there is a $3k settlement.

More troubling is the fact that no housing discrimination case has ever gone to hearing at BOLI; we know of no housing discrimination cases that have gone to trial in Oregon.In the end, the Gordons and their attorney sat down and negotiated a settlement with Sykes and three attorneys representing Keel and FHCO on 6/18/12.

I heard I can have them just write up a separate settlement sheet with my fee on it and that sheet isn't presented to either seller or buyer.

Look for verticle cracks in the basement walls, usually you don't get just one when there is a low corner of settlement and the cracks may chase in any direction.

For instance, the underwriter noticed a cracked step on the outside of the garage and asked me why I had not checked "Settlement" on the form.

Since it's near the end of the year, if you're counting pro-rated fees, they will likely be higher than earlier in the year, which can throw off settlement costs quite a bit.If it's really $2000 for escrow/title/attorney fees, that's a lot for $150K house.Can you give more details?

Trouble is all fees are supposed to be on the settlement statement.

If the check is accepted and deposited by Seller, it shall constitute liquidated damages in full settlement of all claims of Seller against Buyer.

If it burns, take the settlement and sell the lot and buy a different house.If you're working with someone who's trying to convince you this is a good deal based on the replacement costs, you need to find different people to work with.