For me(I did look for a couple months) the problem with that was it meant instead of getting a decent property for say $225K that just needed some work I could do for $20K or so now I had to buy a move in ready home at close to market value of $275K.

It appears that they were just thrown up quickly, and never really meant to last 60 years.

sorry I meant Harford County - not Hartford

I suggest you see your broker's attorney on the matter as well as the broker.But I am wondering what documents a broker signs at closing other than in-house docs between the closing agent and the broker, unless he meant the contract.

It would be nice to automatically deny people who are on Prozac, lithium, Paxil, Zoloft, etc. would make our jobs a lot easier.Although I hate Charles Manson, he had a good quote - "Used to be that being crazy meant something.

I wouldnt mind paying PMI on a conventional loan if it meant an additional ~$600 gross in rent from me not living there, however, most duplexes around here are $85k+, so 20% down payment would not be feasible, no matter how good a deal.Its looking like i will probably try and get a 3BR SFH, which if i can get a decent enough deal on, could probably put down a better down payment, right now i will be saving $1250 a month but at that rate, 20% down would take a long time to save up for.

So, all smiles still and hopefully as the thread continues some other unknown concepts come to light meant to give you insight to what might have otherwise been unknowns.Now, let's talk about interfering in the business of the borrower and slowly becoming an adviser to the borrower.

I know of one here in Colorado Springs that provides the Notice of Election and Demand list (properties having just gotten notice about entering the foreclosure process).

Now this varies from lender to lender, but this will give you an idea.This is not meant to discourage you, but you may want to team up with someone that may be stronger in the areas that you may be weak.

I actually meant a maryland.gov service where the owner can file and upload supporting documentation without a third party.