I realize that Mahhattan is a very extreme place to start REI, but any tips or hints for someone young living looking to start ASAP, is greatly appreciated!

I'll be honest, everyone gave some very solid answers...I just wanted to comment you look like (from your pic) the rapper Macklemore.LOL.Buy without a doubt, you can pull equity from your rental.Big Henry

I know of several HOA's in CA who have negotiated discounted payoffs of past-due balances & liens after 1+ year of non-payment.I think part of this depends on the size of the HOA, and honestly, whoever is the "dominant" member on the Board, coupled with the influence exerted by the professional property manager (this is all often influenced by the number of units under the HOA.)

I have too many scripts (including Como's)To be honest they all are cheesy.If you can get them to call, and know your business then answering the phone is butter...In case its not pm me and i will help you out with a script or 10

I'm currently working as a Wholesale lender and the Market is extremely beneficial.

I'll be honest Bryon.

Because to be honest I have though about that as well, and wondered if that may be a cool niche.

To be honest I do not know what skills I have to offer to help your investments right now, but I will do my best.

That might let you off the hook.They were honest about the credit history but didn't disclose the arrest for possession.

I've looked at more than one REO recently that was honestly worth less than the value of the land.