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I don't know which of the remaining VOIP's are the best and I'm not recommending Vonage over any of the other VOIP providers but here's some information on Vonage incase you're trying to make the decision.

I've taken the time to learn the laws and I choose to trust them, which means I don't need to worry about putting any earnest money.Of course it would always be good to consult a qualified attorney in your state before making any legal decisions about your business practices.On a technical note, if I were to tell a seller "to make this legal, we have to put down $1 earnest money" I would be lying to them.

So, though I've never owned a home in my life, I've gotten over this fear and made the decision to take an active part in REI for myself.What can I say?

I've been fascinated with real estate investing ever since my brother lent me his copy of Rich Dad Poor Dad three years ago.

Telling me that it's a poor rental is clear, but I guess I was trying to see if taking a partner to front the capital and then rehabbing would be best, or if my first impression to assign it with a 10k bump in price is the thing to do, or to lease option might be feasible, or something else...I suppose it's harder to evaluate a home that is in such a different market; this neighborhood is so close to lots of change in downtown, and one of this week's top local stories is the discussion of the new NBA arena to be built just blocks away.

Also expect that your early decisions might need to be adjusted or changed as time progresses.You really need to consider if you expect the website to attract people or if you will be using other marketing to drive people there for info.See if you can get some input from Josh as he has a web background that exceeds the BP site.John Corey

Just ask anyone that's had to help with evictions on a few crack houses; Or having to visit a property once a week and make maintenance and utility payments for 4 months before ever listing the property.When you make your offer directly to the bank or asset manager, that offer is sent back to the listing agent; in some cases (very few), this act can cause the agent to be looked upon in a poor light.

There are lenders who are not concerned but those lenders will charge higher rates, have poor terms and pre-payment penalties in many cases. 6 or 12 months seasoning will open up all the normal lending options.As Scott mentioned you really need to understand the refinance assumptions before heading down this path.If you want to pay commercial rates and terms many commercial programs will let you use the appraised value.

Landscaping and curb appeal are poor to marginal at best.