So 9/10 times we'll eventually know, before you do, that you're working with other agents.I'd stick with 1 or 2 agents.

They want to sell and eventually move on.

My plan is to buy and hold MFR properties and eventually have a portfolio that can replace a full-time income in retirement.Right now I'm looking at investing in the Syracuse, NY area since A) I can afford to buy there and B) my family still lives there, so I have an opportunity to travel back 2-3 times a year.

Although I plan to manage myself for at least the first few years, I may eventually want someone else to manage it, thus I have factored that into the analysis.

I got tired of the j-o-b too, but mine eventually got to be a 6-5. 9-5 would have been a welcome break.

No matter where we invest, our rentals eventually become out of state investments whether we like it or not so I've actually stuck with out of state investments in order to maximize return on investment in markets where the numbers work.

Eventually be able to invest in some larger complexes for long term residual income.May sound aggressive for a 67yr.old man, but hey, I am healthy, single, ambitious, compassionate person with integrity and references.

While not always possible and business can be a cut throat game, I think you can protect yourself by doing business with investor buyers that have a good reputation, I'm sure word about John's underhanded ways would spread eventually.4.  

I have seen those homes sit vacant for multiple years after an EQ....eventually selling for cash to a guy who builds retaining walls.

Been thinking of using FHA (since I just refid out of an FHA) on my next home, which I would like to eventually rent out.