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1 May 2013 | 24 replies
For the experienced investors, which strategy works best, using an assignment contract or a double close?
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11 October 2012 | 5 replies
Are any other investors experiencing the same thing?
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15 October 2012 | 34 replies
My style is much different and I've experienced a lot of different types of transactions with usually different players each time.
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23 October 2012 | 11 replies
In real life I am a Printed Circuit Designer (engineering).
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27 November 2012 | 40 replies
I've seen it happen, and personally experienced it, many, many times.
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11 October 2012 | 3 replies
He gives great service, knows real estate, and does work for a lot of experienced people I know.
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12 October 2012 | 4 replies
Make sure they're experienced!
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15 October 2012 | 2 replies
Agreed with Karen...If you're experienced, your chances of success working directly with the owner/agent is increased.Of course, also like Karen said, if you aren't experienced, you could get taken advantage of this way...and may want your own agent just to protect your interests.
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8 June 2021 | 16 replies
I work as a software engineer and getting to work with my hands is a nice difference.
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26 October 2012 | 9 replies
You will need an Experienced agent in short sales.