However, at this time, ensuring that the portfolios are strongly positioned to weather even the most severe downturn is the prudent decision.We are aware of the fact that this may be a difficult time for some of our investors and want to reiterate that this was not a decision we have taken lightly.

We are always trying to get better and more efficient at analyzing properties online and utilizing all of the available resources at our disposal before seeing the properties in person for further due diligence.

They ensure you have clear title to what you bought.

Lessons learned from this project is to do homework with the city to be better prepared for their obstacles and to list the price low to ensure you drive traffic to whatever designated area you are in.

The above should help you to help your CPA ensure they have all the pertinent facts.

How can i ensure that the process will work for me in the maryland area. i havent purhcased my first home yet, i will once i get back stateside but this is the method i want to use.

I know they are not being run as efficiently as they could be so I see a lot of potential here. 

Another big step to take prior to buying properties is ensuring you have a reserve account established.   

Lastly as far as the contract is concerned you may be better served having an RE attorney draw up the docs, especially for the first one to ensure you have covered all your bases and the seller and more importantly you are legally protected.

Even though I am new to this industry, I work full time in Event Operations, so I have skills in creating and implementing systems to improve efficiency and repeatability, and working in an urgent and time sensitive environment with strict and important deadlines.