I saw a great write up about BP on another blog that was discussing RE programs you have to pay for in Houston, ie, Lifestyles Unlimited.

Of course that is if it fits with your long term strategy.Having multiple exit strategies is always a good thing.

I'm also looking for properties in Atlanta and Georgia (Atlanta) seems to be extremely competitive on properties fitting your criteria.

Buying commercial RE has been going on for a long time and most state RE associations have standard contracts that can be tweaked to fit unless you are trying something creative.

Being forward, this is my first post on Biggerpockets, and yes, I do work for Meridian, as our Key Accounts Manager.Biggerpockets has become a fantastic forum for investors, vendors and turnkey operators, so I thought I could use this stream to help clarify some of the concerns mentioned about programs like ours.For some context, I actually came to Meridian as an internet lead turned investor over 4 years ago and liked their business model so much, I came to work for them.The program we offer is actually a Rental Warranty, not a guarantee, which is a big difference.

Some college campuses have those services in-house and some Cities also have that as part of their housing programs.

Up until that point, then lender simply has a lien on the property - and the borrower may do whatever he deems fit with the property.Once the gavel goes down - assuming 91 days + 6 months in our example, then the Bank gets what is called a Trustee's Deed or Master Commissioner's Deed - which wipes out all debt - 2nds, 3rds, etc.At that point, you are dealing with an REO (Real Estate Owned) or sometimes called OREO (Other Real Estate Owned) - and when you call the bank, you want the Special Assets Dept. - not Loss Mitigation.

Have any Milwaukee BP'ers had experience with the loan program offered for landlords by the city under the Targeted Neighborhood Investment Program (TIN)?

I am looking for a virtual realty group in Washington State (I live in Seattle) to hang my license with that doesn't have any outrageous flat fees.I came across Summit Realty Group http://summitrealtygrp.com/They look like the perfect fit for me but as I do my research I have come across folks accusing the firm of withholding commissions and performing other scandalous activities.

I absolutely support this program.