Jeff,To expand on what John said ... all six are the right answer.Just depends on what the question (read the deal) is.But be prepared to switch from one to another i.e. multiple exit plans.Question #1 ... private investors (aka silent partners or HMLs) ... no, not that hard.

Elaborate it, so that it can be answered properly.

I have long advocated informing the lender in all installment contracts, wraps and sub-2 transactions.As John mentioned, a properly given notice will keep them from saying they didn't know but more importantly, after a period of time and if a formal objection is not made or notice to accelrate the loan is not made, that may be construed as acceptance of the deal!

You don't want someone else (relative or friend) to enter without proper authority.

If you could direct me to the proper place to post the question about Scott Scheel that would be great.

You are correct, big profits are made from big changes in the market, and certainly SFH's can be part of those big profits if done properly.

Properties are now easier to rent and a proper ROA is easy for even a novice real estate investor.

However, there is a 30 day period after the auction where the property owner has the ability to challenge the validity of the auction in court, usually for lack of proper notification by the county.

I asked the proper questions, and i was lied to.

With proper tax planning you can exchange through life, die and NEVER pay tax.