It's also wise to check references from previous landlords to understand their payment history and behavior as a tenant.Once all the information checks out, you can proceed to signing the lease and collecting the security deposit and first month’s rent.Good Luck!

you don't know me, and I don't know you, and all I know about you is what you put in your post. but here's my quick take.if you want to go into an RE field, that's great. 

I've been listening to almost all the BP podcasts daily; I've read 2 of the PB books including Starting with Strategy. 

There are advantages and disadvantages to all 3 for you the borrower.

I won't re-hash all of it, but I will say I have both high cash value life insurance polices and a self-directed 401k. 

All advice welcome! 

With the recent episode of BP covering this topic I'd figured it be a good idea to start a thread for all those curious here.

All of these four are done before you make any offer, or does it take too long?

Get out there and network with all the brokers in your marketI would love to hear what some of the hype you're all hearing out there.

We keep everyone in the loop all throughout the process.To stay on track, we maintain a comprehensive checklist that covers all the tasks involved in closing a deal.