Any book which requires you to take action on the items you are reading about will create better results.Great book.

I saved it because I planned to start this thread one day...While it's only two small items, this probably qualifies as the most ridiculous bid I've ever gotten from a contractor.

Our title agent said she has the executed deed and all other items she needs to disburse but still waiting for the seller to sign the HUD agreement.

You stated you have utilized an encapsulating paint and a signed disclosure as long you have proof of those items then you should be fine from a liability perspective in my opinion.

For example, a shoplifter is usually thinking only about the moment, the need or want they have for the item they are taking.

There are quite a few Denver guys around, so definitely be sure to set up some Keyword Alerts for "Denver" or "Colorado" so you'll be notified when those words are mentioned in the forums - and can pop into those conversations.

I realize I'm not going to change anyone's mind on this forum, but I appreciate all the good conversations about debt-free investing versus borrowing.

Your post will likely have the follow up of what order to follow for other items, so here are the threads that answer that:http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/67/topics/89759-order-of-the-rehabhttp://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/67/topics/60309-diy-rehab-where-to-start-http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/67/topics/32238-rehab-work-timinghttp://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/67/topics/89742-where-to-start-w-rehabhttp://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/67/topics/89342-refinishing-wood-floors---before-or-after-paintinghttp://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/67/topics/90707-order-of-improvementshttp://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/67/topics/7742-please-check-my-first-rehab-schedule

David Morrow I haven't done this yet, but here are some other items I think you should look at.Median incomeaverage days on marketMedian sales price/ rentproperty tax rates

I'd show your 401k balance with the liability included in the line item or the full 401k value with a separate liability for the loan.