Banks and credit unions can also offer flexibility for investors that engage in strong relationship-building strategies, offering discounts and solid loans in exchange for borrowers willing to use the institution for other purposes (savings accounts, etc.).

If you don't engage all 5 senses before offering on a property, you are taking another real chance that could be problematic. 

After residing in FL for two months, we are excited to be under contract.Now, we are seeking advice on the next steps:Should we engage a CPA or lawyer for setting up our LLC?

At what point in the journey of finalizing your market, and offering a deal would you begin to engage an attorney?

I did get a judgement against her, had it recorded, engaged a collection agency, but after 3 years have yet to get paid. 

@Ashley Campbell You are wise to engage an accountant who understands real estate and who has a significant percentage of RE investor clients.That said, it shouldn't cost anywhere near $5K for you to get answers to basic questions!

For just a moment, is it possible that folks would just want to participate in an open and engaging discussion about a topic without intending to discredit another person's view on a matter? 

It was a sensitive time for the country and a terrible time for the president to engage in crazy talk like that during a press conference, which is why it got so much attention and is still referenced.

("No person shall engage either directly or indirectly in the business of a real estate broker, broker-salesperson, or salesperson, temporarily or otherwise, and no person shall advertise or represent himself as being authorized to act as a real estate broker, broker-salesperson, or salesperson, or to engage in any of the activities described in R.S. 45:15-3, without being licensed so to do as hereinafter provided.)

How do you engage with family offices, have you worked or represented any for real estate investment?