You could probably get some value add by incorporating PhP / MySQL to give the client a more personalized experience.

It matters what you can negotiate and the nature of the deal.

I don't use fax but another service that incorporates phone.

I agree, that agent should have disclosed the bonus, and I think that is addressed in agency relationships as well as the code of ethics, might check in your state.It's just human nature to protect your food supply!

I have incorporated many other features as well, such as a "Support Ticket" where tenants can send things like maintenance requests and other questions, and even a section that are costs.

Naturally by instinct I would sell and move to higher profit margin property using the 700K as 20% down payment, as mostly people suggested.It also depends on personality and level of comfort, if you are fine waiting for the profit while selling lots and building on it in 5 years terms, why not.However, it is great for excercise!!

Most certainly, the bank's listing agent will want that EMD in certified funds by some bank-specified deadline (could be found in the bank's counteroffer or addendum - it will be in the contract somewhere).REO listing agents should be accustomed to low-ball offers - it is the nature of the beast let's just say.

How many deals of this nature are are the full time investors completing per month?

i have been debating this due to the sensitive nature of their situation. it seems like you have a solid system set up, i would definitely love to pick your brain more on the topic.

A CPA that has had little or no experience with construction or real estate investing is not likely to provide the best tax advice.You might ask the CPA about the 4 different ways that investors might be taxed for federal purposes depending on the nature of their investing.