Blanket notes are not de-duplicated currently when they are recorded against multiple parcels.Blanket notes are detected, but aggregating them is currently a challenge that has not been solved to our satisfaction.

Quote from @Timothy Rei: The absolute best way to solve this problem would be to offer the teacher $30~$60 to cover the cost of keeping the heater on during days when the room temperature fall below an agreed upon threshold. 

There's no step by step guide but there are key things : Learn: RE strategies, what interests you, what do people in your area need.Connect: find a mentor, accountability group and be around those doing what you want to do.Help: solve problems- do people need dealflow, property mgmt, construction expertise, etc. 

I'm all about finding problems to solutions and figuring out how to make something work rather than simply conceding that it cannot work.

Here’s how using a Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA) to invest in real estate enhances these benefits, especially for those looking to diversify their retirement portfolio: Tax-Advantaged Growth: Real estate investments inside a self-directed account grow tax-deferred (traditional SDIRA) or tax-free (Roth SDIRA), meaning rental income, appreciation, and even gains from selling the property stay shielded from taxes until withdrawal—or forever in the case of a Roth!

With $65,000 invested in strategic renovations, we transformed the home by modernizing key areas and enhancing its curb appeal.

I also have no problem doing some sweat work to build equity in the beginning as well.

can totally enhance a working relationship. 

The problem is that you don't get an opportunity to do an inspection before you buy.If you buy pre-sale from the owner, you have arrears to bring current, getting the owner to move after you have solved their problem and taken the pressure off, along with the previously listed concerns.

If the property is distressed, highlight how your offer solves a problem for them.