@Ian Tudor the original pics were high resolution...had to change the format.... : )

@Ian Ippolito is right in that the crowdfunding platforms tend to be selective and only work with experienced sponsors.

Quote from @Ian Ross: I'm a bit confused as to your setup, but it sounds to me like you are contracting the property at the same price it's listed on the MLS for, after it was already dropped $45k.

Originally posted by @Ian Walsh:I didn't realize people still thought this was illegal.its state specific.. just like HML that come into Oregon thinking they are doing commercial loans on one to four units and therefore do not need NMLS or state license.. well WRONG.. you can see many a hard money lender with big fines and cease and desists. there are 12 states that require it and actually go after HML who think they are exempt..

@Ian Walsh Hey, do you have any tips on learning the market around me?

Had I an interest in all of the other fancy stuff like lease-options and short sales, I would have had a lot more leads.

@Ian M. thank you.

Brad, your area sounds similar to my investment area, except I an an hour rather than 30 minutes from a city, Portland.  

@Ian M. - thanks Ian- lots of information to digest between all of these posts, and as you say, there isn't necessarily one "right" way to look at finances- it has to do with each person's beliefs regarding money, risk tolerance, and overall financial education as well.It's also good to hear when things aren't going so well, because even though it's a bummer, it's part of any type of investing, and I think failures are great teaching tools, plus it keeps us humble and constantly seeking knowledge on our investing journey.Thanks for your feedback!

Tatiana Michailova Glen Wright Blake Robbins Timothy Javins Ian Joseph (just a few of the folks I've PM'd over the years who are in Washington!)