AT WORST, I'd give him a smaller commission, don't cut him out completely.

BofA is the worst lender on the planet.

Those types of neighborhoods are less tied to the overall changes in the real estate market, and prices are more dependent on the improving conditions of the local neighborhood.Over the past 11 years I have seen 6 Philadelphia neighborhoods change from the worst of the worst into some of the most beautiful and desirable.

Car accidents are the worst one of all of them.

Its a great exercise but not really realistic- so to be practical Option number 2 then transition over to option number 1.In my area the worst of the worst places are 30-40k right now so how does one buy 5 houses a year free and clear every single year?

In my experience the ones who badmouth it either have never done it or they tried it once and didn't know what they were doing, or they were forced into it because they inherited property or had to move for a new job and rent out their old house...Having said that it's not a "warm and fuzzy" endeavor--you're often exposed to the worst of human behavior, and the physical work can be tedious.

It could be them or what you mentioned among many other possibilities. walk up and ask next time, whats the worst that could happen?

Due to the fact that lending institutions operate in a world of risk they are going to view everything from a worst-case scenario standpoint meaning they are going to look at your ability to cover the $900 mortgage and any additional mortgages they approve.

Alot of areas in Sac took a turn for the worst IMO

Anyone who is not a licensed attorney and has not engaged in a thorough consultation is only offering guidance from their own particular experiences which, while not the worst advice, is unlikely to maximize both your asset protection strategy, minimize your risk based on your personal aversion, and protect other ancillary legal matters that may be going on in your life.Before making this decision, speak with an attorney where you are located.