However, that means you need to understand the concepts involved (how to estimate rehab costs, how to determine ARV, etc).

So, if you have even one non-accredited investor involved, no advertising.

Your credit rating doesn't come into play at all in this scenario and you don't need a secondary loan from the bank.With any business dealing, especially one with family, you should consider and discuss with the parties involved what happens if things don't work out as well as projected.

Seller is very motivated as he was denied a remodification of the loan by his bank as it is his second home.

It will probably involve filling out a form, paying a fee, and waiting for something in the mail.

I'm willing to relocate anywhere, even willing to do work that doesn't involve my degree.

The best ones I've worked with just want agreements for the properties they show me, and no extra fees involved.

I look forward to being more involved in the community and contributing what ever I can.

I'm thinking that acquiring and managing our first few rentals (building experience and cash flow) will serve as an additional asset for the second wave of acquisitions (that may require more creative financing).I am committed to getting involved on the forums and asking some of the questions that keep me up at night, so here's the first one:Is there any benefit to us NOT being married when we start buying?

Houston has 3 very active REIA groups you should check out and get involved with, RICH, Wealth and Quest IRA.Set some goals and stick with them!