The test of whether fraud is involved is whether the truth is presented to the bank.

While the taxpayer may have spent time working on various aspects of the activity, certain hours do not count in the tests for material participation: Investor-type activities do not count unless the taxpayer is directly involved in day-to-day management or operations.

There's also the CPM mail drop method where you rent a compiled list of prospects.But you will have to test and test to improve your ROI.

A buddy tested epoxy and that was the best. 

I think they have a personality test there.

Because leaks were suspected, multiple test borings by state approved engineers were required until no gasoline was found, In one, no gasoline was found so no major problems.

Originally posted by chad bauer: And yes it is a two story.This will be a pricey repair and will require an engineer to, among other things, test the strength of the slab.Originally posted by chad bauer: I have a home inspector lined up along with my normal contractors to go through the property during my inspection period, assuming we come to terms on price.I was referring to using the inspection report and estimates as a negotiation tool during the lender's counter.

Estate salesYou may need to educate yourself on testing procedures, but you can buy at wholesale prices.

I used to do a full rehab where I replaced everything, I just did a test on a house and did a light rehab but have it on the market for less.

The only problem is that it's very labor intensive.