I also like the greater Houston Partnership information (William E's post). www.houston.org I've been reading and using it for quite a while and it does not seem to pull any punches.

It always came to BFE and an assumable policy (grandfathering).http://premierflood.com/e-comm/building-diagrams.p...What I had come to find out, diagram 5 which allows flood waters to flow without restriction were still very high (Building B).  

Here are some great books that I have read and have provided some great insight not only in Real Estate, but also in life.Millionaire Real Estate Investor - Gary KellerRich Dad Poor Dad - Robert KiyosakiReal Estate Advantages – Sharon Lechter and Garrett SuttonThe ABCs of Real Estate Investing – Ken McElroyThink and Grow Rich – Napoleon HillThe Seven Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen CoveyHow to Win Friends and Influence People – Dale CarnegieE-Myth by Michael E.

shefali,i would ask for signed copies of leases, and even copies of their schedule E tax returns, which will show their expenses, they can black out their SS info.  

Many title companies will offer an O&E, a super quick search of the property to see if there are any existing liens.

Groupon just had a r.e. school on there for $199.00 both practice and fundamental courses with an additional study tutorial.

Sincerely,E.

That said, the average investor will have to wisen up for that to happen....My fundamental approach to investing is to control the largest amount of value possible, as soon as possible.

You have tons of golden nuggets here , and info for a mini e-book!

Each score sheet gets included at the front of the application and leads us to an automatic yes, no, or holding pattern to explore more, ask for more info or deposit, or wait to see if a better applicant comes in.I can send the file to anyone who e-mails me.