I am looking to trade my skills as a handy man/ ASE certified mechanic for a few hours a week in investing knowledge.

One of the main reasons I have upgraded to an paying member of BP was because of the marketplace, and since the upgrade I have posted 3 property I had for sale here in Toledo, Ohio... (1) A multi unit that I sold through social media marketing (2) A SFH in a B- class working neighborhood that I told my mentor about whom ended up buying it(3) A Large 5bed 5bath home in the Historic Old West End (an A class neighborhood) that I have yet to sell but a local couple (that again seen it on another site) whom is pre approved plans to put it under contract after they learn more about the FHA 203k loan process.Now with other marketing sites I got a email or a call on each of these listings from investors EVERYDAY but I have yet to have any serious inquires about any of the 3 listing besides a few other noses/curios local investors that just wanted to check out the new competition in town lol.

Most owners or owners acting as PMs keep it professional with no emotional ties to tenants and keep it running as a business.

Much better to let it earn interest pre-tax.If only my money had been "right" in 2010/2011.  

If they own property free and clear - talk terms and price (listen to what's important for the seller and there are many ways - so work in your negotiation skills.

I would now like to seek some professional guidance from an architect, residential construction contractor, etc. to first gauge whether or not my vision is possible, potential road-blocks, and alternative development ideas.

I will probably get pre-approved by the end of this week.

Unlike roaches, BB have nothung to do with house keeping skills.

Need some Pre-foreclosure negotiating help.  

I'm looking to get started on my first real estate investment (first home purchase). Unfortunately, I was not approved for enough to purchase a 2 unit duplex like I wanted. My plan now is to buy a SFH and live in it ...