Was still an interesting exercise at the very least, though!

This is spreadsheet exercise and ultimately what you are most comfortable with.  

From a legal standpoint, the owner must sell to you if you exercise your option during the term of the option.

Written by attorney investors, it's full of practical advice pertaining to management of investment property, has sample forms that can be edited, and - most importantly - they tell you what your primary state laws are and where you can read them.

All of the homes in Pahrump built before 2002 were not subject to building codes that required soil samples and engineering report.

Ask the applicant to do two or three samples and submit them.

Given the credit score disparity and the man's score below the minimum requirement, it's advisable to exercise caution.

while its true that it will save me big money in the long run by avoiding a house with liens,  If I have about 5 properties searched, that will still run me like 500-1000 just on research.All liens behind the foreclosing lien get wiped out, including IRS liens if they do not exercise their rights, but excluding HOA liens.

Here are some tips for how to find motivated sellers:Find Your List: Use public records, internet research and networking to compile a list of property owners in the area.Create Marketing Collateral: Strategize the best way to reach out to your list and draft sample messages.Send Direct Mail: Launch a direct mail campaign (with scheduled follow ups) to your target group of property owners.Filter Your Leads: Prepare questions for potential leads and begin pin pointing motivated sellers.Follow Up: Schedule reminders to follow up with your motivated seller leads.All the best!

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