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5 December 2012 | 21 replies
If these guys have assets that just print money like that, why the hell are they selling it, let alone selling and leaving so much opportunity on the table for equity and cash flow??
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13 November 2012 | 9 replies
You will come to notice that the truly successful investors look for transactions to be a win on both sides of the table.
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14 November 2012 | 6 replies
Regarding what they owe on the property, if you are going to ask that, even if they owe a bit on the property, my mentor has had people bring over $15,000 to the closing table because they were that motivated to get rid of the house.
16 November 2012 | 6 replies
You have to bring some sort of value to the table in order for these guys to take their time and invest it in you.
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20 November 2012 | 9 replies
Once your situation is stabilized, that is, you have a roof over your head and food on the table, then you can start looking into real estate, nursing or whatever.
24 November 2012 | 8 replies
It basically gives the buyer the right to back out of the deal while sitting at the closing table, with absolutely no penalty.
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11 December 2017 | 186 replies
There are stories on here that will make you cry but that will not put food on your table.
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22 January 2013 | 20 replies
I agree with John's basic views above, there is much to be said for getting to the table when the food is hot.
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7 December 2018 | 25 replies
But for those with limited resources: I suggest learning more about who might be motivated, what problems they need solved and what you can bring to the table.
15 December 2012 | 16 replies
In the example cases shown above, a deal would fall through if the buyer is unwilling or unable to bring more money to the table and/or the seller making repairs, and no commission is due.The only way that a selling agent is due a commission, without the seller signing, is if the buyer comes with a contract offering you your asking price, and no other terms/stipulations. ie.