So after reading the question, and everyone’s answers...Simply put...

Always try to make it a win-win for everyone involved.

I hope it can be a win-win situation!

The less places they are listing ads in the more likely have a ton of work all the time and more likrly the quote will reflect an effort to win the bids.craigslist.com has help wanteds and those guys sometimes its bo career, but beer money and they may be just as good.

I hate to say this simply because I think Mike is one of those "grumpy Landlords"; lol, but if you buy Mike's Ebook and follow it, this will tell you everything you need to know to get started safely.

Once in a while, it will get rejected, simply rewrite the offer at a higher price and they will counter.

I simply thought this mess was over. he has valued his furniture at over 5000.00 dollars and even provided photocopied statements of the monthly bill of financed couch and loveseat. he has estimated his loss at roughly 10000.00 and states he is currently in the process of finding an attorney.How can I protect myself from this deadbeat?

When the homeowner dies, the house either (here's where I'm fuzzy) reverts to the lender, or is sold and the proceeds pay off the lender while the estate gets any remainder.So, it could be set up simply as a loan, with whatever distribution she needs.

Originally posted by James P:We planned and strategized what we would do WHEN he said no.The key to eternal optimism; maintain a positive attitude by expecting the worse.Robert Ringer - Winning Through Intimidation

I simply don't think some rich Dubai sovereign fund is going to make any difference for the average home in a bubble market like Riverside, CA.