Usually you have to pay for the privilege of getting a return phone call from an attorney.(9) We have over 30,000 of uncollected judgements on six cases and like the LA fires, try to forget about getting back what you had, move on and take precautions never to get into that situation again.

We are interested in using the equity for a real estate investment, and are looking for ideas, suggestions, or investors in similar situations.

That would almost always be from the same lender who has a 1st AND 2nd on the property and they are just fed up with the owner and are taking the opportunity to get out of a bad situation entirely.Sorry, it's complex enough that it isn't a 15 minute class.

Good deals often have distressed situations to deal with.

Sounds like a bad situation.

Small talk, showing empathy, and expressing genuine interest in their situation can go a long way in establishing trust and goodwill.Be Willing to Walk AwayOne of the most powerful negotiating tools is the ability to walk away.

That’s okay—what’s important is understanding the "why" behind your investment decisions.While your accountant’s suggestion is a great starting point, make sure investing aligns with your own goals and situation—not just because someone else is enthusiastic about a particular strategy.

When you invest, it is a good idea to have a 5-10 year hold horizon that you are planning for, not just looking at the immediate situation in an area. 

In this type of situation, they want low interest rate with low down payment also.

S8 tenants often have less of a support system as family members might be in the same situation.