This may change tomorrow but I'm not going to do anything until after the holidays.

I am reading around and seeing ways to get buyer list but I have no clue how you get the Contract in the first place. totally new and will be taking a fundamentals in real estate course at a community college in winter.

I would also be interested in learning how investors have successfully balanced their current jobs with starting a RE investing business.Thanks in advance and Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays to the BP community.Kyle

Just curious if anyone has suggestions for landscaping/curb appeal for flips in winter.

I've been a bit busy with the holidays, and attending a wedding here.You can manage the properties yourself.

How easy is it to rent during winter in your area?

I don't see it happening.Even if you had all cash you still have to do title and inspections etc. and with the holidays of Christmas and New Years there just is not enough time.The seller sounds like they are wanting to avoid a higher possible capital gains tax that might increase next year.

These were originally purchased (by absentee LLC's) at a relatively high cost & although winterized etc they sat empty for 3-4 years & they let the taxes go into arrears.The only reason that makes sense is that it was a tax loss strategy.

It may take 7-10 days to fix depending on the problem (plus factoring in Christmas holiday).

I'm pretty sure he has connections that could help keep rehab costs to a minimum.With the holiday coming up I will have a chance to discuss this with my family.