If you compare U.S. tax rates with similar sized and structured countries, it is actually favorable.

Interested in doing sub2's but don't want to make someone else's problem mine if the terms aren't favorable.

You then take the argument in front of a judge...if he rules in your favor, you get your money back...if he rules in the contractor's favor, it comes to him out of escrow.So, as long as you have some cash reserves, the threat of false liens shouldn't cause you too much lost sleep.The threat of GCs not paying their subs is still an issue though...as subs can lien the homeowner even if the GC is the one who didn't pay.

I am guessing a higher score is better, but I have no idea why one company rates more favorably than another3.

With a prospective tenant, do yourself a favor and drive by their current home if possible.

The seller can aslo be hurt should the IRS decide to freeze your accounts.Do yourselves a favor and get on a payment plan with the IRS at the very least.

I will provide all the details after the closing, but the numbers are looking favor nice.

Some people are still afraid to buy despite favorable prices/interest.5.

Be very nice but explain to them this is not a favor but rather a requirement to close from the lender.

Louisville has several investor-friendly banks, (I like First Capital), so that is favorable.In your favor: three years of successful landlording experience, excellent credit, spouse with steady wage income.