What market can I see any return with 70k down I look in a lot of places and hardly see any deals where would you guys recommend to invest with that amount down?

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Who would you recommend?

Anyone have a referral for an inspector in Indianapolis? The home is small and appears to be in great shape, not looking to break the bank for the inspection.

Could anyone recommend any agencies or documentation specialists in Texas who can assist with the drafting and recording of a promissory note and a deed of trust, according to Texas mortgage financing laws?

.: Any books you would recommend ?

I would recommend selling as I believe that's the best way to capture the stepped up basis of the property.

Recommend ACH payments for a very small-time landlord?  

Brian Davis: Conventional wisdom is to pull back on risk as you approach retirement, but given your mom's lack of savings, I think she's going to have to accept more risk in order to try to get where she wants to be.

I can recommend one to you; she helped a client of mine buy a home that was financed by the buyer's dad.