@Rob Ross Generally speaking there are plenty of opportunities in the 8% range, and a few that go higher.

Our model also relied heavily on Ross Chapman’s work on pocket neighborhoods, Charles Durrett’s work on cohousing and Nancy’s work on building community in a senior living environment.

@Jeffrey Evans$1000 to find a deal I agree - there are tons of syndications and funds available for real estate investors today since jobs act that you can invest in and do your own research on.

@Elizabeth Ross - make sure you are familiar with South Bend - houses for under 100k in South Bend can typically be in pretty rough neighborhoods, so be sure to do your due diligence. 

Quote from @Evan Polaski: @Jay Hinrichs, I was unwilling to pay for any "weekend" program with Armando.  

@Ramada Evans wow, took you a whole year to come up with that response?

@Ross DenmanHi Ross, I would love to get a hold of that inspector for myself. 

Thank you Evan  for sharing your experience, there’s so much wisdom in what you’ve said.

Investment Info:

Single-family residence fix & flip investment.

Purchase price: $18,750

Cash invested: $15,000

Purchased old house frame on 1/2 acre, intending to improve it and sell it.

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@Raj VardhanI agree with @Evan Polaski regarding the 6-Month Seasoning Rule: Most traditional lenders require a 6-month holding period before you can do a cash-out refinance.