If they have unrealistic expectations of what I'm trying to do, it will end up wasting a lot of my time and get their hopes up for no reason (which will leave them angry at me in the end).Remember, your service will only strike a nerve with a small segment of the people you're mailing to - so don't be bashful about steering the wrong people away.

If you listen to News Radio and Sports Radio 10 minutes a day youll have all of the ammunition you need to strike a conversation up with a male and if you spend an hour or so at Macys / Nordstroms studying Purses and Shoes youll have the same for females...

It's when we call a neighborhood and try to strike a real estate related conversation and see if we can find someone with a real estate need. 

Duh.We purchase out of state, and I can tell you calling a local title company and striking up a relationship with them is easy, cost effective and a great way to protect your interests.

It’s incredibly rare statistically but you feel pressure to participate because everyone does, and “what if” lightening actually strikes.

What striked almost immediately was the atmosphere in the room: everyone was super friendly, willing to help one another, people were actually smiling, willingly sharing their challenges, and making suggestions to one another as to how to overcome such challenges. 

"Jack Leg" contractor strikes again! 

My wife and I have finally gotten within striking distance on our first rental property.The home is bank owned needs a new roof,some plumbing work and a new kitchen.Otherwise the house is in great condition.Our goal is to buy and hold the property for rental.The asking price is $73000.My question surrounds financing,I have read that you cannot get a conventional loan on a home requiring a new roof and additional repair.True or False203k is only available for owner occupiers.True or FalseWe have 20% down or higher available,credit scores 810/825.The after repair value $110,000 (conservative).Repairs $15000.Should we approach our bank or is there another way?

Zachary Martin I hope I didn't unintentionally strike a nerve.

What makes most economic sense in terms of the option strike price/valuation benchmarking, general contract structure and other terms?