This is not size dependent at all, we have seen big cities and small towns go in the toilet and more will follow, while others will prosper. 

Follow up on this thread to help others. 

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How will you workflow new deal intake to buyers list to follow up?  

Hey Everyone,I've been following the HUD  foreclosure program for a while now.

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My understanding is as follows.

When it comes to investing with self-directed IRA or Solo 401k - you can also lose your shirt to penalties and taxes if you don't follow the rules so it is important to understand and abide by the rules before diving in.

Many ways to skin this, but I hope you are following. 

They ended up sending a follow up document for me to sign, consisting of all documents I mailed them earlier.