Ideally you would have greater success if all the properties were being handled by the same agent or at least by the same bank.

It shouldn't just be seen as a single account/investment and then ditch it without first examining how it plays into your total financial picture.

Its just how I see the numbers playing out.

How has that experience played on your RE investing?

Welcome to BP Austin and congrats on making that first offer...let us know how it plays out!

Ideal price, mid $40s.

I understand that these laws may differ from state to state but my question is a simple one.I'll make an overly simple example:There's a mobile home worth $6,000 that I can buy for $2,500.I buy it and it needs no rehab so I look to sell it with owner financing for $6,000 at 12% interest.This is where the SAFE Act comes into play but what if I just sold the mobile home interest free for a higher amount?

I'm going to play devil's advocate a bit.If you're getting a waiver and getting proof of insurance, I say leave it.

Hard money plays an integral part in the business of real estate, and it's good for BP members to be able to understand it, and the value it has in certain circumstances.

I am relatively "green" to the industry but am fortunately to have a strong support system in the wings.I'm looking to build my own reputation and i'm happy to have found an ideal forum to share my encounters as I am sure I am in for an adventure.So quick, any words of advice for a young professional getting started?