That cuts out me having to go back and renegotiate when some dufus of an agent doesnt know how to make sure the property appraises.

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While running the business I did not cut myself a check for over a year and so as far as the irs goes technically I didn’t have an income.

The taxes really cut in to cash flow.

If you’re buying an REO with cash (especially in a multiple offer situation), you may have an edge working with the listing agent only.

I would focus on cutting personal expenses and trying to buy multi units.

Anything to give us an edge at the right times.I did not join a team.

People will be lazy, they'll steal from you, they'll cut corners, and they'll lie to you.

I deposit the checks by scanning them with my bank’s app, which cuts down on trips to the bank.

And from the sounds of it, you are quite stressed.As stated above, cut your rate well below your competition to steal marketshare and gain reviews.