My guesses are:* they can't get finance* it just doesn't occur to them - home ownership is outside their expectations* they are concerned that they won't cope with the bills (eg repairs)

If we were to sell it - we would be able to get $39-$40k for it.We are just beginners, but have study the market and industry a lot and we are ready to dig into it.

I am concerned at the rate in which the government is begining to control different bodies banks, insurance, brokers...etcI'm more concerned about some type of attack or test on america if Obama is elected.

Nothing more, nothing less.As far as fear is concerned..... nothing ventured, nothing gained.

My concern is that they get other offers.

By taking control of their future, IRA funds holders who self-direct can immediately be at work in the multifamily and apartment real estate market and start generating significant wealth in a retirement plan without the concerns and fears of the plunging world credit markets.

hi therenewbie from scotland living in debary florida seems like a great place for beginners like myself.allan.

Personally, I'd be more concerned if it did have a COA (condo *** board-not hoa) You do need to address long term issues such as repair and maintenance, of buildings and grounds, whether it is apartments or homes, and how that is done would be different.

If you are flipping, market value is what you should be concerned with.

Biggest concerns are climate, cost of living, cost of buying a small condo or home being affordable, and the potential of starting a business.