It's taken me a little bit of time to understand, articulate to my husband, and see the value of these different costs. 

I want to write mortgage amount based on the acquisition price plus the rehab costs, but just trying to determine the best way to articulate in the document.

I’ve had better luck with the local banks that I can articulate the deal to.

Maybe my post was not as articulate to your liking, but please know that I took the chance to inform investors.

You are articulate and literate--so even if there's some social anxiety involved, I'd advise you to find an adult education class through your local school system and get some coaching and help in preparing to take the exam.

If we did no one would ever go to Italy or buy a boat.The problem with answering your question is that you have not clearly articulated your goal(s).

Again, in Texas the redemption period for the tax deed can be up to 2 years and if redeemed they must pay the purchase price and certain other expenses outlaid that are articulated in the property tax code plus 25% per year-not pro-rated.  

Through all of our improvements, we began to collect, accumulate, and articulate what would become our Auben standard and what would become our mantra of Improving Augusta One Home at a Time.

@Kenny Oliver, I think if you're investing 'that far' you should be able to articulate why you are doing so. 

No expensive CPA or attorney fees required, and you have certainly shown yourself both articulate and energetic in defending your views.The downside, of course, is that you have then popped up on the IRS radar.