Around here that is often a six to eight week wait since these inspectors are also doing yearly inspections on approved rentals.Call your local Housing Authority and ask about the inspection schedule.Gail

They have a Facebook page where you can find more info as to when and where they meet, but that would be a great place to meet like-minded individuals and learn more about the ins and outs of REI.

Was your father your authorized agent or did he just happen to answer the phone?

Also, yeah...Each individual market have their own cycles.

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Pay particular attention to how much of a deposit you need to provide, to be authorized to bid.Look into the fee structure they site charges and if it is above and beyond your bid price, or included.Download their "sample contract" and go over it...Then...

Surrounding your self with like mind individuals, is the key to success.

I have been investing for a couple of years now, and with all thanks to God, my business is growing, so I am looking to incorporate driven individuals into my business model to handle the increased workload.

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They generally take good care of the home and I am able to find a new tenant with 1 week of vacancy or less.They will stay longer than the two individual roommate types, which are also okay.