Scott The Book on Flipping Houses,The Book on Estimating ReHab Costshttp://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbookTo find out about an area go to IREM.org search for ARM certified property managers.

Some people would stick their arm out the side out of instinct and get it crushed or whack their head like your friend.

Hi Joe,Banks will not do a Short Sale unless it is an "arms length transaction" meaning that the buyer has no interest or connection in any way to the seller.

@Steve R.To find out about an area go to IREM.org search for ARM certified property managers.

His strategy was to find investors looking to buy with questionable safety nets and unrealistic expectations.

We try to properly follow all safety and environmental regulations and stay up to date on all laws and building codes.

The broker I spoke to said he can get us a 5 year FHA ARM, and I could refi in a year with my brother.

We rolled the financing to a 5 year arm and monthly payments where about 790 a month .

@Elvis DuarteTo find out about an area go to IREM.org search for ARM certified property managers.

I have read that one should avoid investing in ground level condos, due to the perceived safety risk (prowlers can access through the back door).