I've been sending to both middle and lower class neighborhoods, playing with different fonts and envelopes, and its been interesting on how the response differs in each neighborhood.Its encouraging to hear that getting mentored from my friend is a good opportunity, I've had close friends telling me not to do it, but its better to listen to people who are experienced with real estate.As far as dialing in the arrangement, we'll be doing it on 3 levels:1.

Thailand again above the ground level not the land.Wiley

@Sven Simon You have always had to have experience or a certain level of education in order to become a licensed Broker in California.

Each has a different skill set, level of education, level of maturity, varied experiences, common sense, drive, motivation and capacity to learn.

(http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing) Once you land in Phoenix I would search out their REIAs, and start networking with other investors who will help point you to the areas to consider investing in based on your budget and risk level.

I saw on your profile you were currently working on a fixer upper, hope thats working out!

Especially when we are putting cash down.What is the sellers level of motivation?

You do not transfer ALL risks to the lender; you transfer the risk of interest rate increases and the risk of property value decline, but you don't transfer liability risks to the lender (that's why you'll carry insurance, but then you have the risks associated with coverage levels and deductibles).

Infants and toddlers will have access to floor level places and are most at risk for lead poisoning.

Otherwise, our standard finishes of mid-range hardwood, a bit of moulding, entry level granite for countertops, LG washer/dryer, Thermador stove, Samsung fridge should be fine.