I'd be looking to purchase one that is in good shape and has high occupancy so it's cash flowing from day one.Between validating the numbers, reading leases, and performing all of the due diligence who do I get to help me?

I have a decent understanding and 10 years of brokerage experience, but would like to validate my knowledge with a good guide or book on the subject.

. - The selling price should be validated via an appraisal.

Now I have a valid contract.

Hi Grace,I think the disconnect might be other thinking you are a seasoned investor versus a homeowner who might have limited experience in such matters asking for help.Grace insurance carriers by nature say they are here to help to write policies but really it is to make money.Many deny claims even if valid or not knowing some people will just give up.

Also, Henry M. thanks for bringing up the cross referencing of Tax entities to validate the legitimacy of the buyer.

Providing your contract is valid this is the first thing I do every time.

I now have a good foundation company that provides transferrable warranties to the buyer for any repairs that we do.We did three houses this year where we "strapped" bowed walls.

Verify the numbers and dig for inaccuracies.Do not even attempt to approach buyers or people that have connections to serious buyers until the numbers are validated.

Neither one of those values are valid comps.