(easier to get the loan)however, this is risky if you can not find a buyeri used this approch only when i am sure to find a buyer

(no analysis done yet, just appearance and location)Originally posted by "Ryan Webber":If you've decided that its the right house for you, then I would start low and work your way up to their bottom dollar.I'm hoping to talk to the agent today about the pre approval and strategies.

That place appears empty.

I hate to say this but appearance matters.

You have youth on your side and appear to have a wealth of knowledge too...wisdom will follow shortly!

One of the REIAs had severe money problems and has become a private for-profit enterprise and appears more interested in making money than being a place to share info.If I had to make a recommendation for a REIA in Columbus, I would recommend the Columbus Property Investors Association.Mike

The site was called iamfacingforeclosure.com and is a great example of all the things that you don't want to do.... paying too much, starting too fast, being overleveraged, buying sight unseen with little exp, the list goes on and on........... also, it doesn't appear that it would be a good idea to purchase out of state for a beginner, just in case that wasn't already obvious.

Its cheaper and easier.

Keep your eyes open to your options and something will appear.

I can tell ya one thing, its easier being brave with someone to back you up.