Purchasing a property off-market can be a bit more complicated than a traditional purchase through a real estate agent, but it is definitely possible to do it successfully.

"So make sure you factor in holding cost, after closing".Max

The market is still way overpriced and I would dread of seeing what many of these homes will go for one year from now if i was holding hard money or a HELOC once the market does reset.

Does glued down vinyl hold up better if there is a water spill or a leak or will it lift and bubble or deform from water?

They are people like Arn, who have decades of experience, and investing in real estate like the rich: buy and hold long term.  

Most likely not though.It probably makes the most sense to have her setup a Trust, if she doesn't have one yet, and then hold the note for the loan in the Trust.

There are bunch of creative ways that don't require traditional financing. 

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment in East Cleveland.

Hey Charles - I would definitely recommend getting educated about the laws before you buy and hold in Baltimore

There are 3 ways to use money for improvements1. a reverse improvement exchange where we as the QI take title to the new property and hold it for up to 180 days while you improve the property.