As a SELLER I have to say I hate that there is such MLS regulation that specifies, at least w/ every MLS I worked with (many), that once a property goes under contract MLS statues needs to be changed to "Pending" or "Contingent"Am I the only crazy one here who is annoyed by it? 

Yes @Michael Baum thanks for the info on the str regulations, definitely familiar with them.  

@Vijay DasariLook up your licensing rules and regulation for your State to become a 'licensed' real estate agent. 

Too much regulation and too much risk.

Some 14 states have regulations on business loans.

Just keep in mind the local regulations. 

You're actually reading from what are unofficial sources, you should pull the language "directly" from the code/regulations to make your call.

There is a new proposal to create a set of guidelines similar to the Chicago's Landlord-Tenant ordinance which, as investors, we need to oppose. This proposal imposes duties on the Landlords while providing tenants wi...

Part of the problem is that there is a massive shortage of good contractors and to much cost and regulations from the government in many markets that are most tight on housing.

What most people don't realize is every bank has its own threshold/regulation and income verification eligibility.