You aren't buying the property but you need to value it for collateral purposes as it can become the means by which you get your money back.You need to know RE valuations as well as the best Realtor you've ever met.

If they aren't commencing work in line with what you expected and contracted for you may be entitled to your deposit back. 

It can get really sticky, cause frustration and ruin a friendship if expectations aren't set up front.

An uneducated eye may think that's a silly statement because there appear to be a ton of listings in Detroit.But many of them aren't worth buying.

We aren't permitted to charge tenants utilities unless they're separately metered in Delaware

Any of the online auction portals aren't really doing what you think.

They aren't too concerned with the type of transaction (traditional homebuyer/seller or investment).

@Jaycee Greene I’ve contacted big banks small local banks and I haven’t quite tried credit unions although I have 2 credit unions for which I have accounts (but my experience is that they aren’t offering that much better terms).

So, don't get frustrated if they don't return your call or aren't in the office.

Yes to all of it.Definitely stay there a few days to find things your cleaners aren't going to notice.You need to create the 5 star experience from the beginning.