There’s a lot of competition in Portland so it was hard at first and we did not get properties as quickly as we projected to but once we got going, referrals and word of mouth helped us a lot.

Doing a full-blown rehab is one thing, doing a quick cosmetic turnover (replace carpet and paint) is another.   

You might be surprised how quickly a rental can chafe due to a rough patch + distance. 

They buy quickly and as-is.Retail (using agents) and investing are 2 very different business so you must hook up with investor groups if you're going to be investing.Good luck!

I have not had any experience but have heard of people having issues with violations and have let me know that the process was relatively simple, and could be done quickly. 

NOS followed quickly after 90 days of NOD and then all cancelled a week atfer NOS recorded.  

Hi All,I was hoping someone would be nice enough or have time to provide me with a quick Comp regarding a property in Wilkes Barre.

Here's a quick (print friendly) reference for Local Meet Ups I put together. 

In most markets your best case scenario is getting them out 6 weeks from the time you file so that's why it pays to act quickly.

I have a line of credit with my bank for this specifically I buy for cash they refi me as soon as a new appraisal is in.. no waiting period.. of course these are short term value add loans not long term buy hold loans. but I suspect they would do the same if I wanted to own rentals.What I have Steve and have had for 15 years.. is I have a TRUE unsecured LOC  that I use to buy the sherrif or trustee sales for cash.. so NONE of my own money... then when I get the trustee's deed and a quick appraisal the bank moves them over to my holding and rehab line.. again no money out of pocket..