The again, some investors that I know just utilize my services as an inspecto because they know that I give discounts for investors on my inspections.From the seller's side, I have a couple of investors that have me list their properties for them on a flat fee listing.

then when you are ready to have them do the work you already know who charges what.Or if you just need to estimate materials because you are going to do the work yourself just make it a habit to look through circulars in the paper and stroll through your local hardware store (lowes, home depot, etc.) every once in a while.

You need to either remove the moldy material (especially anything very porous) or use an anti-microbial to kill the mold.- There are lots of ways to kill mold, but I like the permanent way -- get rid of any sheetrock and insulation that has it, and use an anti-microbial on all other wood or ductwork.

That said, his experiences are with REI, so that's what he utilizes to tell his story.

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If you are they typical newbie without much money and credit not all that great..Or maybe you don't have that problem but not to sure how to get started as well..This is for those who haven't got their first deal or not having consistent success..Here it goes, first of all get to understand your market, attend club meetings and network find out who the players are, your making a step of doing that already just by posting on the forum..Also educate yourself but warning don't overload yourself with with tapes and seminar materials it will lead to confusion and alot of money spent..Not saying seminars are bad sometimes we can get so excited that we're spending more money than we're making.Find a strategy that fits you and develop on it.

Utilities in place, Streets paved, Builder selling, total lots in neighborhood are 301.

Welcome to the site Michael and good luck with your website and course materials.

The ppty produce an $800 income after my surppose mortgage and utility every month.

Taxes, Utilities, the Economy, Competition.These and other factors will effect your Commercial Investment and you have NO CONTROL over what they might be or do in the future.So what is the one MAJOR ITEM/EXPENSE you can control???