To set yourself up for success: Research local and national market trendsSecure rehab bids from reputable, trusted contractorsCreate a realistic timeframe for completing the workFactor in holding costs that accrue while the rehab work is being completedWith solid research and good numbers, you can be reasonably sure your investment will turn a profit.

Maybe I'm biased, but I think your first one should be a purchase from a reputable turnkey company, just to get your feet wet with OOS buying. 

Hi everyone,Does anyone know of any reputable hard money lenders in Toronto, Canada?

Hi @Tyler Durbin: I don't know how small of a job they would take and whether it would be a good fit for you, but I know that Ohio Property Brothers is reputable and does great work. 

I don't want to damage my reputation by calling all the local brokers and asking for money. 

Does anyone have any recommendations on a reputable and prompt hard money lender that offers hassle-free, no income verification, no doc, no upfront appraisal fees, etc...? 

There are some great programs out there offered by reputable, successful people.Armed with the right gameplan and mindset, you'll be able to use other people's money to fund your deals.

If you go turnkey, this means vetting providers (and their numbers) until you find something that adds up, has a good reputation, good references.

Its a college town so houses rent fast and we have a known reputation for keeping good houses and being decent and flexible with the tenants.

After giving them $500 on a total of $5,500 I have found out that Tony Martinez once operated under another business name - Asset Ventures, LLC - and did not have a good reputation.