I believe they acquired or bought into Express Homebuyers who is based out of VA and they specialize in buying distressed single family.

Instead of doing things through my mortgage company the contractor and I partnered.The Realtor brought deals that were basically listed that need repairs or new business.We used a future advance demand note and a construction contract.A few deals we partnered with the seller, obtaining a SWD for a half interest, and special power of attorney to sell, makes life easier with out of town owners.

I suggest you find private lenders to partner with specially in the beginning.

Currently I am deployed overseas as a contractor and was wondering if I saw a property I wanted to buy, would someone else be able to put the property under my LLC if there name wasn't on it, or would I need a special power of attorney.

The problem is there is nothing special about this area and there are plenty of houses like this allover the city.My guess is you are not reaching the right buyers.

You should consult a tax professional who specializes in real estate...

Many will have a qualifying story about why they aren't getting better rents (long term tenant, special situation, etc).

I'm just glad my little choo choo train is getting to take part in one of the better times to be a buy and hold investor we may ever see.The little guy really can do something special with real estate and you don't have to be a big time investor to really grow your business either.

I prefer the $99 first months rent special.

In addition to your current local meetings connect with members of College Station clubs.Consider checking out HUD homes for small multi's owner occupied gets first crack.You might consider Niche or Specialized Housing like student housing.