As for your offer, there is a concept we need to observe and that is Investment Value.

I went to UNCC as well and have made some of the same observations.

Hey Ray,In hindsight, I have two observations:1.

We just went with what we got and introduced ourselves, clearly communicated our expectations, and observed the property and the people carefully. 

Your observations are right on.

Try going to your local auctions and observe the buyers and position yourself to talk to them after/before the auctions, do not disturb them during. 

(fed-ex only, no reason to get the USPS involved) :lol: :lol: :lol: You know, that is a great observation allcash.

By observing some common-sense rules of financing, however, your success rate in penetrating the market should increase dramatically.The best source for financing a gas station or convenience store almost always is a local bank.

If the land is NOT properly zoned then find out if / how you can change the zoning for the property.You will also want to observe the target market and determine what the people in the area expect.

Regarding limited liability: Both LLCs and corps do indeed offer better protection than functioning as a sole proprietor, although as Taz mentioned, formalities and compliance requirements must be observed. 4.