David - Note that we've got a directory of County Records Offices where you can do some research at your local assessor's office online.Take some time to check out all of the resources and tools to the left of the forums that we've assembled for you.

Here is a sample of docs you will need to get assembled before you start dealing with the lender: 1. hardship letter 2. financial work sheet 3. bank statements 4. pay stubs 5. two years taxes 6. authorize to release information 7. sales contract 8. broker price opinion that's just to get started.

The Valuation has been generated by use of proprietary computer software which assembles publicly available property records and certain proprietary data to arrive at an approximate estimate of home valuation.

Jeff - here are a few places that talk about your real estate team:http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2006/03/15/assembling-your-real-estate-investing-team/http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/12/topics/19809

If so, you should get in touch with the bank and start assembling the docs you will need to pursue.

With regard to all the infrastructure jobs that will supposedly be created by the new administration - do you really want Chrysler engineers designing and Chrysler assembly workers building your bridges?

It runs just like an assembly line-default, dismissal or mediation.

What's the best order to start assembling a team, and where does the purchase of the property fit it?

While the level of finish varies by the clientele, what goes on in the wall and floor assemblies  (the important stuff) to provide a safe, healthy and sustainable home is the same. 

I like the ready to assemble cabinets available today.