Yup, you said it.. a "minuscule amount". but that minuscule amount is still a huge number.

That is what got me to this post.

Thinking you can identify scammers by speaking to them or reading reviews is naïve.

Any tips on increasing income and lowering expenses?

I'm also a licensed Realtor who helps investors find investment properties and I have specific guidance on what makes a great MTR. 

He is a friend of a friend, so I go there and it is immediately clear why nobody is renting.

Here’s the context:The house appears vacant, with a large tree that has fallen on the property.From what I can see, the house seems full of furniture and might even be a hoarder home.I’ve skip-traced the property and found that the owner has unfortunately passed away.The house seems to be mortgage-free, and I’ve identified three phone numbers associated with the son, who I believe is the heir.I’d like to reach out to the son to express my interest in purchasing the property, but I want to ensure I do so respectfully while also gathering the right information.Here are my questions:What’s the best way to approach the heir while showing my condolences for their loss?

Your scenario is possible but not probable...admittedly I have never done what you suggest I've been the seller financing sales in my IRA, but I have read several BP contributors that have substituted collateral.

I talked an experienced investor and he said $300 to $400 for San Francisco - the insurance company is going to go with the less expensive costs.

What makes something a "deal" today is not yester-markets.