Appreciation applied can be a fairly linear approach.

The neighbors have brought me multiple leads within the same neighborhood because they know my goals and have faith in my ability to turn houses around.3.

I've been approached by an asset manager I've used to get incredible 50% ARV deals for the past few years with a small Chicago package.

At the same time you're doing #1, approach several Hard money lenders.

You will find many agents have this same approach, so many of your offers are probably not being seriously considered.

On the other hand, it also might mean you are better at handling those which allows you to pay higher and execute better than the rest.I would also add, being a note investor is not like being an REI guy which tends to have more of a linear approach to disposition and profit.

Well my questions is how do I approach owner about my interest in purchasing the property for maybe around $20,000?

Then there was another firm that literally told me he had to have a $5k retainer just to look at the deal.I talked to one of the 5k firm's partner's and asked them how they would help me if I brought them on my team.The low cost attorney seemed busy and inefficient.

Another area I noticed was credit standings, giving leeway from the credit score approach to allow more judgment in credit issues.

So, I am just wondering if anyone out there has brought in any investors to cover that.