The city is forcing owners to keep the utilities in their name to ensure payment.

I wouldn't stop doing REI because of this, you have to put something in place to ensure payments are made on time, I would accept no late payments without an interest penalty that way u won't get messed with, if ur soft they will pay u last on the list.

I am acquiring a package of off the market properties and want to ensure that I have crossed all my T's researching items that the Title Company wouldn't always pick up. 

I need to find (1) a experienced investor to help past this first deal and (2) a great general contractor to assist with ensuring I am properly estimating repair costs.I don't know if I should be encouraged or discouraged by this post and comments regarding the NOVA market.

May have to ensure that whichever bank you have in mind actually does have the products that you require.

The key is that your estimate is somewhere close so that you can ensure that your purchase price is sufficient to generate a great deal, both for yourself and your end-buyer. 

Having a CPA that invests personally would certainly ensure he better understands the strategies we have in place.

Looking for some directions on the details to ensure I'm taken care of and not skipping over on anything.Thanks!

In other words, you do nothing but check to ensure the rent was deposited in your bank account and move on to your next life experience.I know this is a bit pointed towards the 'down the road' stage of investing, but I really feel like if you plan for it from day 1, you'll save yourself a lot of headache and give yourself more time to find good deals.Good luck!  

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