By walking away without a signed contract (even with a verbal agreement), there is less emotional commitment from the seller, and it's much more likely they'll end up backing out before a contract is signed.As for what you should bargain the price down to, I'd shoot for $10.

However, in regards to determining it, appraisers are the best, but they will charge you for it.

I will let you know the probate list is a little tricky because you need to find the person in charge of the estate or the power of attorney. sometimes if you market to the house of the deceased the decision maker wont get it.

,Call them up and ask them for references and ask if they charge an upfront fee.

So unless they are providing a gold standard experience for your guests (free airport pickup, daily briefings on what is happening in the area with a half day guided tour at no charge) I think you may be paying way too much.

So long as you pay it off during the term you set you will not be charged a penalty.Disclosure: I am not a financial planner but I have seen this done many times and have done it myself.

I find to that if you are not a local investor some areas will charge you increased deposits to transfer utilities as the new owner.

This is a business decision, let go of your emotions.

The guy didn't charge us, so I'll just keep calling GE.

Shawn, I was referring to getting a commission from a wholesale buyer taking the process from making the deal to closing, versus charging them an amount for the contract itself.