“Essentially, they are cutting in line,” Mills said, referring to the super-lien priority status over a mortgage.

How long -- Time on the market and price (reduction) are close cousins -Price softens as time moves on and motivation and reality is realizedEverything will sell at a price -The first thing I'd want to do is get the history of the property - how long on the market, why is it vacant - what's the reason for selling - is it listed - look at listingWhat is the mortgage balance - is it current or in the arrears - What other liens or obligations are on the propertyHow many owners - decision makersWhat is the commission - will agent splitAre they open to a reasonable and creative offersDo they want any profit or to just get it out of their nameCan down payment be paid over time -How much paper with they accept - delayed payments - principal mortgageWho is the decision makerHow fast do they want to settleEverything is negotiable - CONTROL IS KING - learn how to control real estate - it is a short cut to cash flow - it is the best way I know of assigning properties.Who controls real estate - An agent with a listing agreement (treat them well - they are in control for a period of time)An accepted option agreementA buyer with an accepted contract of sale with contingencies

Not to waste valuable precious time looking for the fast path.

One of the big topics I will be looking for on the forums are the issues with "cross border investing" I have been absorbing the podcasts as fast as possible, as there is tones of great info and tips sitting in there.I am sure I will be searching for / posting LOTS of questions to get things off on the right foot!

Bey Area BP crew is super helpful and active, don't hesitate to reach out to anyone. 

I'm looking at this property at commerce city, colorado.  The home is in like c-class neighborhood, not much good schools nearby, more industrial area.  Doing the math I figured with a 4 bd home I could rent out each ...

It doesn't hurt to ask but I would be expecting the seller to tell you to go pound sand, if they even reply.

Bay Area crew is super active and friendly, don't hesitate to reach out to anyone. 

I'm reading this exchange at 5 am and it says the replies occurred 1-2 hours ago.  

To invest in resale there you will have to move fast and be very close to the list price.