It could be liget and it could well be a sham, and probably from the listing agent playing games, caal the on it, stick to your price and move on, make them shoe any option or take them down.

Plus, one rule in business is to diversify your vendors and customer base.

Why would you have a partner who doesn't have any skin in the game?

I try to make it back for an OU football game or two every year...what are your real estate investing goals?

He probably has a few connections he trusts... and he should be able to vouch for you as a customer (yearly work, total scope, pay on time, etc).Of course that also tells him you're looking past him for when he kicks the can so you'll have to figure out how to phrase that...

As a function of the chess game I would assume they do file Lis Pendis on you but give you a little time to see if it will sell.

That's why I want to make sure we both win, not like I'm just paying him a wage.I suppose it makes sense to start out with me 100% in control, and when he has some skin in the game, then we can work out different numbers.

We have started to see houses not make it past the 15 day waiting period, which means owner occs are most likely getting in the game.

Face to face interaction is actually my preferred method of dealing with customers, clients, etc.I am new to the real estate business in regards to investing, but I have spent a few years negotiating bank terms and rates on the behalf of owners.My business partner has experience in real estate as a landlord/owner.We are looking for lead sources and marketing strategies to maximize our efficiency as we setup shop.

Make it a fun game of negotiation.