I’m rehabbing a property that fits nicely in my wheelhouse. The rehab is on a construction loan product and when the appraiser went to the property, he expressed some very serious interest in it. It turns out the appr...

The Fed is rumored to be looking at two more hikes but Trump and many others don't like this situation's effect on real estate.In short, it's a risky time to be investing!

Treat this the same way you would any other type of new business, whether it be a grocery store, auto repair shop or landscaping business. 

I have a pretty fortunate situation that I would like to hear some advice on.

It's more of an issue for disclosure items like talking about the seller's situation to the buyer or talking about the buyer's situation to the listing agent or the seller.Having the agreement also allows the agent to negotiate on the behalf of the buyer.Also, it protects the agent in situations where a seller or an unethical listing agent tries to cut your agent out of the picture with the promise of a better deal.There are several hours of training on laws of agency.

Could i still have an attorney-drafted contract if a situation required it or would i still be bound to using a TREC form since i am also acting as an agent?

I'm only going to be living here in Clarksville TN for a couple years for work and I'm looking for a property that will accommodate my family situation and make a modest return once we move away. 

Anyone know any grants that are given for a situation like this?

I know this information might be a bit vague, but what do some of you seasoned veterans think of this situation.

For my back then situation, I have called at least 5 banks and Sterling bank is the most willing to help investors.