I have a method that is sort of a trade secret that not very many people picked up on the forum post-oh well!

Many of the methods he pitches buying properties are in the older areas of financing, and seem to leave the investor pretty exposed financially.

But interior stairs that require trim work and a combination of oak and pine we outsource.

It's just a matter of hustling and finding off market deals through various methods....I've bought 5 houses in the last month (1 flip and 4 rentals).  

Thanks for the help on this subject, another question however...When entering a deal that is outside of the traditional financing methods (purchase from a wholesaler/motivated seller/etc.), is it wise to already have a pre-qualified document expressing what you're allowed to purchase?

It makes sense for older multi's to have just 1 main service, however it's kind of annoying that you fit the bill for somebody letting the toilet run all day.Also get a really good gauge on the neighborhood, and of course get a full inspection top to bottom, including sewer.Each lender is different and will have varying methods of how they decide what / how to lend.  

Funny how many of these so-called guru seminars end up being sold on eBay and craigslist - at a fraction of the price - by former students who gave up on trying to make these methods work, or on trying to get a refund.  

Not for a quick get rich method but from the people I have talked to, this industry is one where hard work and dedication pays off.

These methods have proven quite accurate.Then you need to run your own numbers and see if the property will hold at the "market" rent.My experience: The market is usually quite accurate and unless you are dealing with luxury property, rents are pretty uniform in specific areas.

Also, if there are agents involved in the deal this method would be challenging.