That's why in spite of significant appreciation in many markets, some are only now reaching their 2006 levels. 

Have the courage to follow it in spite of naysayers who will claim you just "don't understand leverage." 

Be happy to set them free to go, in spite of the longer lease terms, when they really want to GO.

A tenant leaving in spite like this has only happened to us once before on a lease option.

There are always stories behind these types of loans and, in spite of what you will be told, they are never good.

He could not evict him till date, in spite of going to court.

NOT the mandate to be forced to pay thousands to prop up technology which in spite of (or because of) massive subsidization simply can't seem to become more affordable on it's own.

.- Normal Fannie 30YF and not some crazy portfolio mortgage, in spite of the above two bullet points.You will want your lender to go over what terms/conditions to include in the purchase contract.

When I was first licensed I tried doing the "credit repair while in escrow" thing a few times, in spite of my elders telling me it was stupid.

Courage is doing the right thing in spite of fear.Educate yourself, look at lots or properties, and wait for your head (courage to do the right or smart thing) to override your stomach (your fear).