Small businesses are being stifled, lending is being hindered rather than helped by government involvement, the current uncertainty is discouraging job creation as well.We can't continue to encourage a welfare state and then hinder economic growth by punishing those that create wealth and pay taxes.

I have to agree, that the two things that hinder me most is: 1) the Mental Barriers as Delondo mentioned (fear)2) Fear of not Finding Investors who can close quickly or at all.I know we just (my husband and I ) have to just get out there and do something.I am at the step right now of just trying to find Good Prospects for deals. but I can tell I am hesitating (because of mental barriers).Another question: Do any of you wholesalers give a binder deposit to your sellers when signing a contract?

Also, watch out for the deed restrictions from the seller that may prohibit you from selling the property with 90 days for a profit, even with proof of rehab and appraisals the deed restriction may hinder if you are looking for a quicker resale.

The BP Oil Spill effected everyone from LA to FL, although here in Port St Lucie and the rest of the East Coast we were not effected at all and it did not hinder the purchases being made in my area, Orlando-Miami.

Does it not hinder (or at least slow down) the process of learning to use other peoples money when you put in too much of your own cash in the beginning?

it seriously hinders my napping schedule.

You also want to consider whether being a Realtor will help or hinder your investment strategy.  

My question is will debt to income ratio hinder me from making a subsequent property purchase.

It seems to be a ton of fluffing on the incomes and hindering on the expenses.  

It isn't really hindered by original finishes from the 1960's or 70's if it's structurally sound.