And as a tenant, why would I rent from a landlord who doesn't trust me and wants to basically have a default judgement against me before I default?

You don't realize it yet, but you are basically at break even on your portfolio.

Usually when the interior won't respond to pretty basic cleaning techniques, the porcelain glaze has been worn or etched off.

Consider adding some basic contact info to your signature.

I find all the houses myself, I basically do everything--I feel obligated to stay w/this guy for some reason..Anyway, my question is if I ask him to ;ower his %, how does this affect me with a purchase?

Keep in mind that there are two types of marketing:1.Sweat Marketing2.Paid MarketingSweat Marketing is marketing in which you contribute your time and requires physical action.There are five basic types of Sweat Marketing:1.

I would think if you could do things that many do not like to do, or never seem to find the time to do... i.e. phone calls to find out basic information from lenders and title companies etc.

I purchased and used his system which is pretty innovative yet basic.

Basically what you're looking for is a person whose credit is bad enough that they can't get a normal mortgage, but that has a big pile of cash for the option premium.

The basics are fine, and if they get you motivated to act, even better, but each market is massively different.Can anyone honestly tell me the real estate market is the same in Dallas as it is in New York?