If you find a REAL deal try approaching them to see how they react but don’t be disappointed if they tell you no, find out why they said no and learn from it.

Luckily he was in AA by this time and still approachable and amenable to doing this.

I've looked at a variety of REI strategies to supplement my standard Down Payment/Finance/Buy & Hold approach -- from mobile homes to foreclosures to wholesaling -- and I'm now considering Subject To.It's clear, from reading MANY articles on the topic, that it's somewhat controversial and borderline ethical at best.

New development is rapidly approaching from Downtown, while other nearby neighborhoods with similar 1920-1930 homes are being lovingly restored.

gordo,Once again thanks for your information I certainly can approach more deals knowing I don't have to go to the table with closing costs on these types of deals.

Good to know I am in great company with approaching a deal any way it will work.Robin

If the tenant IS on a month-to-month, or approaching the end of a longer term agreement, you JUST state that they will not be renewed.

I fully accept this approach works, if the numbers really do support it.

To really contribute here, I think my best bet is to try to remember:a) Not everyone knows what I know-- no matter how basic-- and to try to share detailed information on what I've done as time permits and,b) Remember that it's not just about the nuts and bolts and the how-to, but about keeping the right attitude, and bearing in mind that my own unique way of looking at something and my own attitude and approach to life may be as big an eye-opener to another person as all the specific techniques, and strategies I use.Thanks for your time and have a wonderful biggerpockets dayDitto :beer:

I like your no-nonsense approach without all the motivational stuff.