But again, these rules are relaxed when it comes to accredited investors.In the coming months, the SEC is working to establish laws which loosens this restriction (with defined parameters into how much an individual can invest, etc. ). - Keeping a close eye on this.But there are many good resources and thoughts out there on how crowdfunding laws will come about.

It seems repairs can be estimated on the age of the home, and the square footage.However my question is - How do I decide which materials (based on price, aesthetics) to buy when stores like Home Depot, Lowes have a lot to choose from.Does the contractor pick out a good deal of it, or is it all the investors discretion?

Hard money is a great tool to leverage, and is a nice stepping stone to establish a portfolio to eventually setup using private equity.

I've been to Chanhassen a lot, to the Dinner Theater.

I do want to establish a relationship with a buyers agent that i hope develops into him or her representing me for the long haul.

Establish a relationship with other banks so that if one says they can't you have established options instead of hunting for a new loan without a relationship.Your responsibility is to keep yourself loanable, good credit, debt ratios being acceptable, staying away from contingent liabilities and having sufficient equity.

The importance of establishing a personal relationship with your local banker cannot be overemphasized.

Hi Joe Holloway,I believe what you're trying to do is establish your farm area.

You also have a disadvantage, as you have no established credit.

I ended up hiring a coach/mentor who is already established.