If anything, I would avoid a deal with an IRS lien.

Since a septic problem may be hidden, and the repair expensive, is it better just to avoid these properties altogether?

Be straight forward and honest and let them know you are doing research on what to expect and ask their advice on pitfalls to avoid getting started.Any other time spent worrying about market share is wasted energy in my opinion.

Just getting started, can't avoid looking and learning about the market as my neighbors go into foreclosures and short sales.

I'm interested in all aspects of investing flipping, bird-dogging, wholesaling, rehabbing,and subject-To's, but I don't know quite enough about any of them.

My insurance agent says that in my state (NC) a liability waiver signed by a contractor is not good enough. He states that the workers should have workmans comp, which will cost about $5k a year for someone earning $...

It doesn't capture attention, and doesn't highlight the most important aspect of the house -- it's ALL NEW!

Before I really dive into the waters I really feel as if I need to have a firm grasp on the construction aspect of this business.

Successful investors would be more likely to avoid a deal in which they start out with zero equity.

This is only something you do locally, and that I assume would be the DFW area for you – max.The rest, such as the paperwork and avoiding usury, is extremely mechanical and can easily be covered by an experienced attorney and mortgage broker, whom you’ll need.