Because I've been a stay at home mom, I'm on the short end of the financial stick, but have more time on my hands.

Stick to small 2 and 3 bedroom properties that are easily maintained.Since homes are not attached I have less conflict to deal with between tenants.

I would stick to (and personally use) the big three in the following order: 1.

Auctions can be very exciting and properties can get bid right up to market value so stick to your original price and walk away if bidding goes above and beyond the price you've selected.Once the property becomes an REO, as Eric mentioned, it's much safer to purchase the property.

Stick to LLC's and of course I am not a lawyer, seek competent legal advice, yadda yadda.

Shop at warehouse clubs, use coupons, buy store brands, shop for food *with a list* and stick to it, brown bag your lunches.

It will drive the nail and leave almost 1/8 sticking up.

Sorry, for some reason this sticks in my craw.

Your first sentence sounds like a Nigerian scam letter.You will find good help at this forum, so stick around and learn.

There is the peal and stick stuff that you should do youself.