Another way is to ask someone you know that has great credit and has a line of credit that has been established for a long time to be added to their account.Hope that helps. 

But, I know plenty of people who would rather get a set rate of return this time of year vs. gambling with a new president.

Flipping properties is inherently more risky and can often times be closely compared to gambling.

I think meeting her business manager in person helped establish some report with him.

@Barry Cohen Most established providers are going to be firm on their prices, especially in today's tight markets, where demand for turnkey inventory is high - seller's market. 

Unless you have an established flipping business, the gain will be computed in your regular income.

I wasn't exactly looking for a new house, but I was analyzing so many deals that I happened to stumble onto a Fannie Mae HomePath house in Shenandoah, one of Baton Rouge's best established subdivisions, at $30k below market value.  

Hi Adrian,I agree with you on properly assessing the rehab and establishing a realistic budget to do it right. 

As a general rule , relying on uncertainty of timing, high risk etc , I feel, is more speculating , which is just a fancy word for gambling.  

The goal of those books is to establish credibility with you so you buy coaching or mentoring from them.