LolI established my alerts, connected with a few members members and even replied to a few new Introduction post myself.Again, thank you for the warm welcome and support and helping me go get my own Big Pockets 👍

The amount of support in this community is unbelievable.

A big thank your for your guidance, support and time to respond to this thread.

@Brian Gibbons is a top-tier REI coach out there in CA and legend goes that he actually taught John Jackson how to do lease options (altho, John has really taken that and run with it - he doesn't just teach it but has a support team to help investors DO it).  

This is a great place for friendly debate, and the knowledge that you demonstrate in support of your view might attract potential partners.Add value.

These loans are not intended to be used for consumer purposes.Experienced investors use Hard Money/Private Lenders to fund acquisition and rehab projects because the process is quick.

To be legal, you will likely have to rip off all the siding and add shear support to be earthquake safe for a two story house.3) What's your exit strategy?

Additional documentation may be required to ensure that the expenses support a significant renovation that supports the amount of time that the rental property was out of service.

Turns out they don't pay you according to hours spent in the classroom or in front of a computer reading, and I have a wife and three kids to support.  

Keep in mind some people call emotional support animals "service animals".