They can be an invaluable source for networking with the right people. 

What are a couple of the best strategies these days for sourcing my own direct to owner leads/deals?

What are a couple of the best strategies these days for sourcing my own direct to owner leads/deals?

You will also need to find the source before the remediation - and be certain that your specialists can solve this problem with some degree of certainty before undertaking the removal.Is it worth the aggravation and the permitting process ...btw, check to see if permits are required by the town or county.Much success!

I suggest consuming as much information as possible via these sources.

If you sourced it out and the company didn't salt then your insurance company could go after the snow removal company. 

@Roberto Vasquez, A 1031 exchange is an entire process that involves the use of an unrelated 3rd party called the qualified intermediary whose sole job is to document the sale and purchase transactions and to hold the funds inbetween. 

These meetings can be a valuable source for learning the business and are typically a good source to network with others in the business. 

I thought it would be appropriate to post in the rehabbing thread as that has been my main specialty for all these years, although I have utilized many other investment strategies and will continue to do so.So with that, if you have any specific questions on rehabbing, sourcing deals, numbers on deals, how to get over a hump, or whatever rehabbing question, do ask, hopefully I can answer it for you here.Happy investing to all!

Hey Gordon,To be considered a first-time homebuyer, you cannot have any ownership interest (sole or joint) in a residential property for 3 years prior to purchasing the subject property.