So, those who learn by methods are lost in identifying an opportunity, the look for the method to fit the people they are dealing with when they should be working with the people and directing a course to solve the problem, thereby creating an opportunity.I've never driven by any property with a sign in the air saying "Opportunity Here" with an arrow pointing at the property, it's never happened! 

I’m not saying that REI doesn’t work in my county, but I’m having to figure out different methods to get the information I’m seeking since these options are not really helpful.

All of my best deals have all been introduced to me by agents/brokers and the occasional wholesaler.Also, I constantly monitor the MLS and setup alerts in different areas I am farming and make aggressive offers quickly and methodically.

I NEVER pay tax on this money afterward and neither do my heirs as it will be a death benefit to them.Do your own research and I believe you will find the Bank on Yourself method to be one of the best ways to Finance your realestate deals in the future and coupled with a self-directed Roth Realestate IRA how can you go wrong.

I am fairly well-versed in construction methods and materials, but short on time and manpower, so-to-speak.  

Best advise talk to title CO explain what you want to accomplish, and have them propose a method they are comfortable with that keeps everything legal. 

Banks are holding stuff back and releasing it methodically to keep from flooding (and crashing) the market.

I guess to Joey point, I need to explore different markets. 

I am interested in using this method of investing, but how can I manage construction from another state?

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