For anyone that has been in the real estate game awhile you learn over and over again that good connections are important.

OK by me if that becomes the rules of the game.

That does not mean that those checks don't have a dollar fee next to them on the bank's fee schedule - most banks have a charge next to such checks on their fee schedule; you can ask the bank's branch manager to waive such fees for you, and if you are a good customer they will do so.

If I ran a bank, I'd want skin in the game.

Helped a client come up with an investment game plan and make 6 offers on houses this month.

Especially in a time of crisis, giving your customers (users) information is the best way to keep people from getting angry at you.That said, I did happen to get 3 really nasty emails from people who insulted and virtually spit on us, but their hate is a sign that we're making an impact.

Anyone having any luck getting customers financed with a 580 score?

Let's quit the word games and personal attacks.Stop making these accusatory comments at me.It's wasted space.Let's stay on the subject of the topic.You seem like you are frustrated with trying to buy an REO property and trying to direct it at me.It's simple.If you are a cash buyer then show the REO broker you are serious.Show them proof of funds valid within the last 30 days from your bank account.If you are using hard money then that is different from cash and subject to the appraisal and valuation the hard money lender wants.If your boyfriend is a contractor then maybe you can save on a home inspection and do it yourself.The REO brokers loyalty lies with the asset manager and the company they get listings from.Again if you are buying one property the REO broker is usually not going to work hard to get that accepted unless it's at asking or above.The bank is possibly giving 20 or more properties a year to the REO broker.

I don't know anything about the transfer taxes or other games The People's Republic of Kalifornia makes you pay.

I don't believe I should have to mask my opinions for fear of tenant dissatisfaction... but the customer is always right?