I suggest a good Real Estate CPA with cost segregation and the like you should get tactics to minimize taxes.A buddy put together a list of important tax changes for 2013 below.Paul

I do agree with the upsell, that is a dirty tactic meant to trick people.

This works as a nice negotiating tactic with the seller, and it also gives me some insight into the tenant and their plans with my soon-to-be property.

I recommend the "Tenants Guide to Legal Tactics" MA version.

This tactic usually gets you in front of the decision maker who will either accept and negotiate your deal or will tell you exactly the Banks current position or thinking on the deal.Good Luck!

I love what it offers me (freedom) and I love the strategic/competitive aspect of all things entrepreneurial, but I don't love the tactical aspects of real estate investing.

I was hoping there would be a way to hit her credit report to warn other landlords of her tactics.

There is nothing else we need to discuss.If those tactics don't bring her back in line, we will reach for our other, heavier handed options.

Getting things done is all about tactics, connections, trust, experience, knowledge and knowing the battlefield while having the ability to win if there is a battle ......what's that worth?

That could be either on the bank (for any number of reasons) or a tactic your husband uses to get you to take less.