Nonetheless, the troops levels are projected to decrease over the next few years in Fort Hood, so given the choice between that area and San Antonio, I would choose San Antonio every single time.

They don't have a redemption period of 2 1/2 years they have less than a year and if you choose to extend the redemption you can but after the redemption  is over and they don't redeem the lien they property you can foreclose on the lien and then the property is yours.  

Talk to other investors in your local market who have used lenders and find a good reputable one. 

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If your looking toanage it yourself it is a lot different and more worm than a typical investment property.Also since they rely strongly on reputation and word of mouth, they had to be heavily involved as the help/workers typically are not paid well and need to be trained to build your brand

Meet as many wholesalers in the area that you choose so that they can send you deals then have the property manager, realtor inspector verify if it is a good deal or not.

It will give the bank an option to call your loan due if they choose.

Reputation is everything.Hope this helps!

If you choose to exercise your right, they cannot legally refuse.

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