I’m currently learning about short sales and foreclosures and general real estate investing.

This might be a short term solution where she refinances in 1-2 years but we want something official written up.This would be a loan as we would like the money back and although we are much better off than her, we would ideally like to get paid back.  

@Charles Biter wholesaling seems to have a lot of waisted time because there are so few deals out there to wholesale, would you be able to give me a short break down on how you wholesale?

More importantly, a GOOD realtor who takes your criteria, financial situation, short-term & long-term goals into consideration is going to be a huge asset to your REI career. 

Where the finished part ends there is a short retaining wall about 2.5 feet tallI've gotten a few very informal estimates for extending the basement back another 5 feet and putting in a small 1 bedroom in-law unit.

I am mainly invest in Palm Beach county , in condominiums ,looking mostly 1-2 bedrooms,usually buy bank owned or short sale  

I am using a new lawyer for a Short Sale we are under contract for at the moment. 

@Adam A.Adam,My post is lllooooonnnngggggHere's the short version - I obtained 2 non-recourse loans against my Dallas properties.

Both of these markets seem very attractive and especially resistant to overall economic downturns.

One part does not seem to be able to attract renters, per the vacancies/for rent signs.