But it is also not uncommon for them to become permanently stalled if they fall short on financing or face unanticipated additional cost or regulatory complexity.

I own  a construction business just turned 51 and was wondering how long my body will be able to work construction. 

Cooperation involves sharing of relevant information.If you truly feel like this agent is not acting ethically, you can contact the broker or the state body.  

Keep in mind, the person doesn't die and the family runs to the probate attorney to open probate while the body is still warm.

Again, my experience in NC with regulatory bodies.

A note buyer inherits the type of note and regulatory requirements from its making, regardless of that attorney turning a blind eye, you go to foreclosure you can only seek amounts due and costs, it could sell.

My hobbies are body building and reading.

Hallo every body I am new to this here in Victoria TX I have been reading a lot on real estate and here on bigger pockets but I am having trouble finding the different contracts that I need to do deals is there any tips as to where I get them.

The government/regulatory level of respect for self-employed/business owners is slim to none.

@Jacob Hammes I found that the vast majority of potential foreign investors (non U.S. citizens) back out or do not seriously consider investing in the U.S. if they have below a certain $ amount to invest...That said, I live in the U.S. and obviously do not have the potential regulatory burden.