The installment contracts generally used by RE operators/investors do hit on the DOS issue, you're correct.

There is always the "turn key" option - but you probably aren't going to hit the 2% rule on that, but it might be worth it for the ease and convenience.

A local wholesaler gets properties locked up either before they hit the MLS or directly after because they know the right people.

I am also talking with a mortgage company in Phoenix that deals primarily with Canadians.Brandon Turner Congratulations to BP, I gather we have hit the 200,000 membership mark.

Absolutely not, look up "quiet enjoyment" which is the right you give to a tenant, they can tell you when you can or can't do something, won't be long before they get feed up and kick you out or they pack up, leave and hit you up for costs and damages.

The repairs made by the buyer add to the value of the collateral, which benefits the holder of the LC.But the LC investor is stuck with paper that they'd have to take a huge hit on to unload, if they could find any buyer at all, since the loan amount is small and there is little or no true buyer equity, certainly no equity under a "quick sale" valuation (30-day sale) that most investors would want to apply.So it can be a great investment with very high ROI if viewed simply as a long term hold.

APARTMENT 2: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Efficiency w/spacious living area & large closet This apartment features New Central Heat and Air Conditioning, paint, carpet and tile in the bath, kitchen and entry.

Be sure to hit up the local REI clubs too.

Hitting them as often as you can afford but no more than once every 60 days.you will pay about $.07 a name and about $1 per letter.

I've calculated that if I sell my townhouse and take the capital gains tax hit, I'd come out about the same as if I'd wait to sell after the two-year mark.