In the future I will be more open about it once I've actually succeeded and can't be sabotaged or distracted anymore (it's especially important that my living situation isn't threatened, so once I move out that won't be an issue)Also, the last photo I have of myself is from ~8-9 years ago, not that I'd use any on this site yet (trying to hide from those that know me until I succeed).

Even licensees are now pursuing assignment of contracts to hide the atrocious fees they are screwing homeowners out of.

Whats the point in hiding it and it costing our buyers more?

Crystal Smith As far as staying private, what are hoping to hide, from whom, and why?

Hi Joe, Completely agree with @Andy Mirza in his post.I would always want to have the original collateral sent via courier with a tracking#, losing original documents can be a HUGE pain. the security and piece of mind with a courier service is well worth the cost. 

I am not even sure I can easily tell if they make an effort to hide this from me.I guess I am just ranting.

"I think flippers should be investors - That means taking title.Low-balling some old guy and then hiding who the true buyer is or what they are actually paying is not legal here in OR.

Make sure you have extra strength black garbage bags to hide what ever is inside because the city likes to make their own problems so they can fine you.

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The only reason is they adding separate metering or the costs went higher and they do not want to disclose that fact.Any hidden cost will lower the NOI and make the offer price worse so the sellers like to hide as much as possible.If they hide 10 things and you find 5 then they still have a shot at a higher price.Get the utility numbers from the companies to see by how much they have increased,stayed,flat or decreased over the years.If water usage is high look for leaks at the line going to the street and check the toilets and plumbing for problems.You would need to find out the historical numbers year by year for the property as well as turnover rate.Time lines for eviction in your area to get them out and re-rent.Is your rent under market,competitive, or high for the market for your property you want to buy??