Has any landlord re-negotiated rent, perks, leases, etc.?

This way the GC can easily bid out each part of the job, and get me a bid much more quickly than if he has to consolidate based on my "room to room" list of things to do.I'll then have my GC give me a labor bid broken down into the following components:- Permits- Demo/Dumpster- Foundation- Roof Framing- Roof Felt/Shingles- Siding- Gutters/Soffits/Fascia- Decks/Porches- Landscaping- Doors- Windows- Wall Framing/Sheetrock- Electrical Rough- Electrical Final- Plumbing Rough- Plumbing Final- HVAC Rough- HVAC Final- Kitchen Cabinets/Countertops- Bathroom Cabinets- Bathroom Fixtures- Interior Paint- Exterior Paint- Carpet- Hardwood- Tile- Vinyl- OtherOther could consist of anything from install mini-blinds to replacing outlet covers to installing appliances.This generally gives me (and the GC) enough detail that the job can be accurately estimated, and if things change (or surprises are found), we can adjust individual areas accordingly.This also gives me a good idea how much each of his subs will be making, allowing me to figure out what his profit margins will be -- giving me some negotiating help if needed.If your contractors have an issue with filling this out, try telling them, "My lender is requiring me to break it down this way in order to approve the loan."

The negotiator that the bank assigns to the property does not care if you have cash, does not care if it takes nine months to get to the next step, and does not care if you are the greatest savior that can take all her problems away.

That may all be true, but it doesn't mean the banks are willing to negotiate.

More NEGOTIABLE offers does.

I find it very nice being able to find a great deal (yes, they can still be had on the MLS), do my own negotiations, schedule my own closings with the title company of my choice, AND earn a commission on top of it.

This revelation of the true depths of the crisis bodes well for the bulk investor, it gives ammunition to the skilled negotiators out there who are doing short sales and single REO purchases, and it reminds us all that groups like the National Association of Realtors, that had an affirmative duty to protect us all is finding it increasingly difficult to spin their failures.

Create one contract in the amount of $80,000.The early negotiations had suggested a payment of $750 per month at 7.5% on the $80,000.

I made an offer, negotiated well, and got a very good deal.

I am looking to buy a negotiated shortsale in Miami, Hollywood, Ft.