Ok Folks...Please list all your unique closing experiences here!

Even a loaded gun in an experienced rifleman's hands can be the source of a lifetime of regret and sorrow.Leveraging in general entails significant financial risks, and combining creative options with leverage magnifies those risks.

We have created unique relationships with: Property management companies Realty firms Closing attorneys Appraisers Over 10+ rehab crew and more In addition, we have the infrastructure and marketing systems in place to get properties at deep discounts.

I've typically used a combination of my property manager's advice (of course I fired them eventually so take that with a grain of salt), MLS rental listings, and scoured the listings of Craig's List to see what is being asked for other properties in the area.

Combining them has at least given me better insight to the areas and either pushed me away from, or pulled me closer to making the deals.

If you combine several lists, you might get a really comprehensive list of your own that will serve you well.

Most programs for high ltv NOO combo loans (meaning a first/second combined) have gone away.

Also, not sure of the rules of getting a commission as a realtor, and assignment fee... if you plan to combine the 2??

I'm sure using a combination of the two would probably be best...Bump for more opinions

I'm assuming that you are purchasing this property as a primary residence...If so, there are other alternatives that don't require a 10 year committment; consider combining a FHA loan with a down payment assistance (DPA) grant to create the same results.