Texas division of banking (whatever they are called in that state) probably should have done something but appears they didn’tDHS actually is one of the departments that prosecuted criminal financial crimes - most think of them only as border patrol as their major function but they also investigate this type of activityhttps://www.dhs.gov/hsi/investigate/financial-crimeTime will tell if these cases ever go anywhere but for those involved probably just happy someone finally picked up a phone to atleast listen to IRS criminal is another good one to sic on them..

In the case of a single family home house hack, say a single level ranch with a daylight basement - it lives and functions kind of like an up-down duplex, but the zoning and property type is 1 unit SFR.

There are different ways to structure this (writing them into the business entity and operating agreement, having them do a second trust against the property,  etc.).   

We're also noticing they are starting to write 2nds again.

Quote from @Jake Hughes: How do you write a contract for deals when using OPM?

Quote from @Kevin Rodriguez: @Patricia Andriolo-BullTry starting your own business with a website and domain name as well as Google or Yelp review page, this may help legitimize your situation ,then have people on here write you some reviews to help generate authenticity.

Land doesn’t depreciate, and while buildings require maintenance, they usually gain value as markets grow, demand increases, and inflation takes its toll.Real estate investors benefit from a significant tax write-off based on the concept that properties lose value over time, even as their market value skyrockets.

Once you have a shortlist, sign up for an account with each one and test them extensively to see how they function.

Once you have a short list, get an account with each one and run them through the wringer to see how they really function.

So, you need cash reserves or be able, without any doubt, to acquire funds, in this aspect you can borrow money to carry out a foreclosure as this is not the note purchase side.So, I can't really say you need XX dollars to buy a note or a portfolio of notes, but besides the note purchase you'll need reserves and the ability to carry out the necessary functions to safeguard your investment.