It seems as though my taste in properties does not match my capital for the common 20% down requirements.

Depending on what kind of loan you had in place at the time the foreclosure was recorded.

As a new investor I see a lot of articles about different kinds of corporations people can start to house their real estate business.

As a new investor I see a lot of articles about different kinds of corporations people can start to house their real estate business.

Lenders that sell their loans today are also taking part in what they call CMBS 2.0 (post 2007 underwriting criteria, where it is very common to see certain terms and conditions implemented for the additional security of the bondholders, and the increased risk of the Borrower (you)).The one thing that I see over and over – even with some of the biggest players in the market, is this: Investors spend a lot of time and attention on the due diligence of the property, economics affecting property performance, property management, repositioning, and on closing the loan - - and NOT AS MUCH ATTENTION IS USED TO PREPARE FOR THIS ENTRY INTO THE FINANCIAL MARKETS, (WHERE THEY WILL BE RESIDING FOR UP TO TEN YEARS) AND HOW IT CAN ADVERSELY AFFECT THEIR RETURNS.

It is kind of confusing what you are asking.

He bought it in a new development and appreciation has been kind to him.

It's a common question.I until it goes to auction or is taken back by the lender, the owner is still In control of the property.You would have to speak with the owner and see if they are interested in selling.

I'm trying to research what kind of trouble that you can get into by servicing your own loan but I'm not finding anything that is clear.I checked with Madison and they aren't expensive.

My main goal right now is to learn the ins and outs of the industry, and purchase my first property before the start of 2018.On the reading list right now is:The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Real Estate Investing (Brandon Turner)The Miracle Morning (Hal Elrod)The Book on Rental Property Investing (Brandon Turner)Since these first posts are more meant as an Ice breaker, I'll throw out that my favourite kind of ice cream is vanilla, because it pairs with toppings so well, and tastes good by itself.