Hello, I am just getting started today; however, I wanted to know if the beginner's guide is available for download. thanks in advance.

I am currently finishing my RE curses and will be available to you.

Susan,Yes - I am looking at MLS listings with a realtor, and there are not that many houses available right now.

No cash available for down payment funds as of yet.

The PM services are available after purchase.

Some good networking available there.I'm also a friend of Dennis Henson with the ARlington REIA.

@Mark Updegraff - What you are referring to is the Soft Second Mortgage program available through the city of New Orleans.

AS others have posted depending on the area of the country land can have no value or negative value as shovel ready lots are available for less than construction costs..

Based on the limited information you've provided, it's a matter of whether or not you have credit and cash available to make a down payment and borrow for the purchase of the property?

I do this because I have more cash available earlier: you can use all $29,000 now for one house, or you can use ~$7,500 and get a loan for the balance, allowing you to keep the extra cash for additional properties.Remember: The numbers have to work for the deal to be a good one.