Always do everything in writing, including asking to sign a release of lien upon your last payment to the GC.

Also I did recently add a PMI equation into my numbers just didn't include it for what ever reason.Thanks!

It's better to get a contractor or vendor to give you their for this form which included either thier Soc Sec # or Tax ID number, before they even start work.

This does not include recording costs etc.

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Would could probably get a bunch of investors from the Bristol County are including: Fall River, New Bedford, Swansea, Somerset, Dartmouth, New Bedford, Westport, free town, Dighton, Berkley.

Because that's 96 cents an hour, not including any return on the capital you put up

As other have said, read the forums, listen to the Podcasts and read the blogs.I would also recommend the local REIA - www.digonline.orgIn fact, this Thurs evening there is a large exhibit being held by the REIA where there will be over 65 vendors including lenders.

Upside: I keep the liquid for other things if needed, including paying the loan off if the interest rate suddenly goes ballistic in 5 years.OR: should I drop $30K into the house, and finance $60?

Just be sure to include that the buyer is responsible for closing costs in your agreement.