Each program is a little different so it just depends on your situation and income.They are quick and easy though once you get your certificate you can work with any Bank or Lender that is approved to use those DPA's.

The idea of debt-free is that if a person is going to retire and has to completely depend on the income, they don't want a severe recession surprising them and causing them to default on the debt and losing the properties.In a normal world, I would do that as well.

You can usually request this from a title company or look into public records in your county’s clerk or recorder’s office.If you’re not sure how to navigate this, contacting the auction house or a real estate attorney familiar with foreclosure auctions can help ensure there aren’t surprises.

As far as the construction, yes, but I have been very surprised at some of the finish product that is coming out, specifically from the North Lawndale area - as a SW residernt all my life is very exciting to see this area slowly clean itself up.

Lastly, what’s been the biggest surprise about being a landlord so far?

Surprisingly, he said he would fix it for free for us.

@Brett K. we manage in Class C areas, so have to deal with this a lot.Options:1) Boardup - pretty useless as easy to rip the off and advertises the property as vacant.2) Armor Guard door frame reinforcement with temp double-key deadbolts.

I'd note you're most likely going to do the whole process over again, so don't be surprised if your lawyer doesn't accept your 14 day notice and will send their own.

ThanksThis thread is 4 years old and I'd be surprised if the original poster is still around.   

These areas are relatively easy as a direct flight from SFO and one of the BP videos mentioned how it's a good idea to be able to fly direct if you have a OOS investment.