I have been poor all my life as a kid and then I became a cop, which still left me working and dealing with the people that I grew up with.

Just kidding… Seems like we have beat this one into the ground… I give...

I kidding around; however, I would like to see a thread strictly used for providing advice on how to operate a business..

Alright, just kidding… I have also suggested the same thing and Josh tells me that they are in the middle of also upgrading the forum.

I've thought about putting in offers at the cost I need to buy at just to see if they would take it and loose $100k.In short do your homework so other investors don't start putting a target on your property as one they could get for cheap because your upside down in it.

LOL just kidding Eric

I currently reside in Portland OR with my wife and kids and I work as a Field Service Engineer in the semiconductor industry.

Some banks are willing to cut deals as soon as the properties are listed and some like for them to sit a bit.Do your homework.

Portland's investor street gang.I refrain from really going into detail because i'm afraid they will reach into my bank account and seize my assets...just kidding.

Just make sure you do your homework and know the laws in your state.