"privacy", I mean that an LLC or corporation offers specific, legal protections that limit the liability for some actions to the company vs. its members or shareholders.

These are usually limited to 65-70% of the ARV (after repaired value.)

But do not count on the extra cash for closing costs or rehab.The lenders are now giving their 80% LTV (or 75%) of the sale price OR appraised value WHICHEVER IS LOWER for investment properties.My best advice is to go check with the bank first: ask these questions, get pre-approved, know your financial limits, etc.

One of the great things with real estate is that your creativity is the only limitation.

Measurement here is critical and finicky.

And in the meantime purchasing some industrial-strength spray.If I wasn't so fat, old and decrepit I'd take a martial arts class, too, but I'm just not spry anymore.A couple towns over from here the city council is seriously considering banning pit bulls from within the city limits.

I invest in the Pittsburgh area (not REO's) and the best advice I could offer is to limit the geographical area to a workable distance.

The biggest issue the 2 of you will be challenged with is how may properties you own which are financed. 10 financed properties is the limit for full doc loans and 5 for stated income verified asset loans.Cash Out refinances under conforming guidelines are nothing special.

Supplies are limited and you MUST RESPOND NOW!!!!

Nathan, I would be cautious about buying 1bd. rental units, limited to singles and couples without children, difficult to keep rented in my market.