Even with flipping if you use hard money the lender will want skin in the game ( money down and points ) to do the loan.The reasoning is if the rehab gets tough the HML wants it to be painful for you to walk versus just handing it back to them.A good contact for flips is J Scott on here.

We used to go to the Louisville area for games and tournaments.

.* Ask them where the appraisers come from and how are they selected.

Also, since real estate really is a numbers game, your math and analytical ability will really help.Don't worry about not being a handyman - let someone else do the $10/hour stuff while you use your greatest asset - your mind.

Jerry Puckett and Sharon Vornholt - could you all possibly recommend an initial campaign for Rachel, including the 4 or 5 selection criteria that she might use on something like ListSource or USLeadList?

As a builder my opinion is somewhat slanted, but here goes; you select the floor plan, colors and features that you have on you're wish list; the house has a warranty and you are usually selecting the homesite you wish the home to be constructed on; in a sub-division you still have a selection.

I took my time with selecting a PM for each area.

We seem to have similar game plans.

so im new to this site as well as to the investing game. i currently own a property which is rented by my property manger ( my real estate agent). im earning a positive cash flow since it was purchase paid in full no mortgage.

It's all a #s game since it's all about timing to get people that are motivated!