The $10k was put onto a credit card so in essence they spent $10K in asset protection fees to create a liability.

I’m here to learn, grow, and connect with like-minded individuals who can help guide me along the way.I’ve been fortunate to build great networks so far, but I know there’s so much more to discover in the beautiful world of real estate.

So there is a paper trail of me using it as my residence.

A large tree fell during the storm last week and took the stairs out so the tenant has no way to access the unit until we can fix the power lines and remove the tree which we're working on.

I'd give Michelle Cummings a call and pick a couple others as well from threads here on BP.

5% of 160 is 9k  so net 151kclosing cost buying and selling lets say 2kutls and insurance lets another 3k prop taxs say 2kso 151k - 7k  = 144k

Hi @Timothy Boyd, I'm so late to the party here, I'm also investing in Cincinnati area, would really appreciate if you could share your recommended contractors with me as well.

I have yet to have a conversation with a seller but I will keep continuing to mail and will also cold call.

So in other words you want me to do all your homework for you?

I used to own a small property maintenance/handy-man company so I have some skills that I would be willing to barter with.