I've got the Smart Key on one rental, but someone pointed out some time ago on this forum that it would be easy for a tenant to figure out how to rekey the locks using the little Smart Key tool (which I believe is identical in every package), so I'm not sure if I'm going to keep using them.

Please tell us a little about your goals and real estate aspirations, we might be able to help point you towards some other useful information and tools here on BP.

My favorite tool is finding motivated owner financing.

My comment was intended for use as a negotiating tool, so that is where it is relevant.

IMO, it is not a strategy to specialize in, but some do, as you'll be better off by having a good basic RE knowledge and then recongnize which method best applies to any transaction, that gives you all the tools you need.

Unlike Regulation D Rule 506 private placements to accredited investors following the JOBS Act, crowdfunding does not allow advertising except solely to direct investors to the appropriate broker/funding portal.I think careful combination of "inbound marketing" using social media tools, and collection of the appropriate informed consent from investors will make this ok.

The meet up is a great tool to learn from others and make some great new contacts.

Great idea for a thread, I am really looking forward to the responses.This project is probably my favorite...it was a short sale and this is exactly how we purchased it (tools and all): Here are some of the after pictures:

(Don't get buried with debt that could choke a horse by going to an out of state private school, If your passion is to teach elementary school, there are more economical ways to get your degree to make that happen.) 2) Explore new things to find something you are passionate about. 3) Observe & learn what drives human behavior 4) Learn how to use a Financial Calculator & understand how powerful a tool it is in your financial life. 5) Build & maintain good habits 6) Develop great relationships, surround yourself with trustworthy, hardworking, honest, & passionate people. 7) Develop a thirst for knowledge & never stop learning.

But the knowledge isn't something that has to take living here to do, just do your research of the areas you are looking at and for going rate market prices in Houston have a great tool with HAR.com.