You also peaked my interest with you last statement " Remember you don't have to own a property to control it."

I just got an e-mail saying their next meeting is actually tomorrow January 7.

Just have your Realtor send their Realtor an email stating that you will keep their earnest money since your survey proves that it's not in a flood plain, and that you will simply sell it to someone else - and then move on.

I emailed him back, expecting to set up an interview for a job opportunity.

@Brian Burke I have a question about the statement you mentioned earlier on this topic.

Also be ready to check your email frequently and respond to their requests quickly.Regarding fees, some is the guaranteed origination fee, some is for the appraisal, then keep in mind you'll also have to pay beyond the down payment an escrow amount and prepaid interest.The rate you get depends on your credit score and what term you get.

I just want to know if there's any truth to the statement, rather than have the thread take a rabbit trail.

Also, perhaps there aren't enough investors in the system here in socal.The software also does other things very well like keep track of your leads and email them.

It barely takes effort to add your name and email address to their list when they send out available properties.I assume you have decided on a particular niche for your investments - either by price, zip code, neighborhood, school district, etc.

Try an "ip/config release" or reboot your computer send your self an email from your personal email on your phone with a link to a biggerpockets forum.