Power lines to the one sump pump were laying over the float not allowing it to kick in.

The biggest draw to real estate for me (beside the obvious financial freedom) is the philanthropic aspect of the business.

I'd like to thank BP for the great podcasts, they are packed with so much useful information and the positive energy from the guys is always encouraging.I received a motivating email yesterday that read “Every day I am given the freedom of time to learn, evolve, grow.

To be an FHA direct lender you need to meet the following requirments: 1)Certified original audited financial statement with adjusted net worth of at least $250,000 that has been prepared within the last year.2)A senior corporate official showing at least 3 years of experience handling FHA affairs (loan origination and servicing background) 3)Multiple credit and background checks to verify legitimacy of the heads of the institution.4)$1 million warehouse line of credit or equivalent funding program to show liquidity and lending power.5)Business plans, quality control plans, E&O insurance policy, sanction letters, fidelity bonds and other formalities to provide security.As you peel the onion it makes more and more sense why some lenders offer certain services & products and why others simply don't qualify to do so.

DDAs have much less power/authority in other cities.

It's not as easy as HGTV or the infomercials will have you believe but it will enable you to attain financial freedom if you put in the time & effort. 

However, only Realtors and Unliscenced Assistants to Realtors have access to this extremely powerful tool. 

HOA investment programs give the investor tremendous leveraging power in purchasing distressed homes.

Either would offer financial freedom, you can but multi families.

V/R, John.Mission Statement: No later than March 2015, we will begin to buy real estate below market value; provide affordable and well maintained housing to renters; and create wealth and financial freedom for our family.Investment Strategy: Buy and Hold.Investment Vehicle: Du/Tri/Quadplexes.Goals: Consistently and constantly work to build and improve upon relationships with ‘The Team,’ fellow investors, brokers, business owners, and the community at large.