I would say it could be done, just need to have the following:#1 - Have great overall knowledge of that market, and better than agents.#2 - Learn how to run comps so you know the value of the property better than anyone. #3 - Have finances in order (i.e) is this going to be bought through conventional, cash, HML, etc.

Germain Act as the interlude?

The tax paid from your lending proceeds should be the equivalent of your tax rate I would think.

.: Following this thread….

Also, there is a lot of vagueness in the interpretation of the law.

Lots of DC area investors and pros here on the forums. 

Your offer should be based on your DD and modeling the deal following your investment thesis.

Dave solo discussing the opinions in other articles is decent.  

Make a spreadsheet of addresses, look up the owners on the GIS, and send letters.

While the price is important, a successful investment is driven by the ROI.