There is no substitute for an experienced local opinion that you trust and respect.It is by doing these things that you will be able to tell if you overpaid, and increase your odds of successfully buying future properties.

Then, you contact those professionals and ask the same question (but substitute with broker for whichever professional you called). 

Lenders, as well, are taking chances they shouldn't.While we substitute 75% in southern California, the 70% rule still applies.

Is there a substitution for a driver’s license?

I have found tsp substitute to be great at cleaning and degreasing cab doors before paint, then a light sand with 150 or 220.

I would substitute the loan for collateral on the numerous rentals we have with lots of equity. 

Substitution of collateral clause.

Not usual lending practice, but some can or will underwrite the deal if there is an out where others will step in if the initial party fails.Every economic transaction action will have three of the four fundamentals of economics, land, labor, capital and entrepreneurship, or some substitute.

There is no substitute for being physically present with experienced investors.Let me know if you need any help finding other resources to help you get started!

There is no substitute for driving the house and accessing the rehab costs.