Period.

Would taking out eight secured loans over a six month period and paying them off rise my credit score?

The Midwest, parts of NY, PA and the Carolinas showed pretty poor appreciation rates.So, what was your housing market during the crack period?

Maybe 2007 will end up being the 1st year since then.At the same time many places in the US have had down markets 1 or more times over the same period. S

In that case using the equity for short periods is different than borrowing for a down payment on a long term purchase.Where in MA?

If the property opens up to investors tomorrow and I make a bid, will they hold that for a certain period of time before they determine who had the highest bid?

Either get cash flow or I get appreciation.In markets that have had long periods of appreciation (even with a few dips over the years) people are more comfortable delaying their pay-offs.

The vast majority of newbies fail in a short period of time.

If you are just funding a hold period then other financing makes more sense (lower up front costs being a clue).If you are holding they you also have to consider dropping the price or offering other incentives to move the property quicker.

All those junior lienors have a redemption period where they can buy the property from the previous winner to protect their interest.