I assume you have read this thread http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/16/topics/77695-bidding-on-auctioncom-occupied-propertyThis exact subject is spoken about, albeit from a specific REO source, I'm guessing the information stands for other auction companies though.

This only indicates a TREND, and it's positive for BO which makes it bad news for the other team, so attack the source of the numbers and imply it was from a politically motivated ploy by the Whithouse.You can't handle the truth!

Just a thought....The biggest problem with these homes is that they are usually not common in an area.

Dept of Consumer Affairs that security deposit for unfurnished rentals cannot be more than two months rent; that should be a reliable source!!

It now appears that did not happen -- or at least the leak was repaired but the source of the leak was not addressed (inoperable drain).

I have never taken an office deduction but have always worked a w-2 job with that being a primary source of my income.I don't run any other business in my office at this time.

Excerpt:As far as I’m concerned, the biggest drawback to buy to let investors is the huge tax implications.

The easiest way is to find the biggest wholesaler in town and look up their deals on the county clerks site.

I don't need to try jumping the Grand Canyon on a motorcycle to know it's tough, even though there is likely someone out there who would argue it's doable.In addition to the two times I've tried it myself, I've spoken to several underwriters about it, have had my mortgage broker speak to several underwriters about it and have seen other investors try it (mostly unsuccessfully).Even Aaron, who seems to be the biggest proponent of it provides just a single story about how he did it thanks to some luck.Sorry if this is coming off defensive, but again, my main statement at the beginning of this thread was:"Your ultimately buyer may have difficulty getting this type of property through underwriting for conventional or FHA loans."

My biggest roadblock has probably been fear of the unknown.