My solution is to make the deal with the principle (widow) and then work on getting her CPA's (capacity, powers and authority) to transact with you.

The author, Michael Gerber, gives solid advice for actually building a business, rather than just doing the technical work of the business.If you've never seriously done property managment, and I'd consider a handful of properties not too serious, then working at a large brokerage will give you a background in doing that, provided you actually work in that area and don't get roped into answering the phone and being a buyer's agent.

He's gotten into some legal trouble since he authored the book for other reasons, but that doesn't detract from the great content in my mind at least.Good luck!

Watch last 6 minutes when she asks two experts, John Helmick, Guerilla Marketing and REO expert Michael Corvet, author of Find It, Fix It & Flip It, "IS NOW A GOOD TIME TO INVEST IN DETROIT?"

Hey Dan and thanks for such a comprehensive introduction . . . with posts like that, you'll be a hit around here!

Deducts money from the rent which she has no authorization at all and basically blew off my Property Manager via email telling her to get a hobby instead of having a discussion with her.

Add a authorization to contact employer/ landlord for info etc...

I've already got a authorization to release info form signed by the Seller.Just wanna have an idea what to expect moving forward.Thx.

I'm getting lots of exposure, but only one solid offer (for 10K less than I owe) right now.As for agents, I have had several offer to be my lister, and until recently haven't had one propose a plan of action more comprehensive than just putting it on the MLS (which I could do for $150 on my own).

It also states that the hoa has the authority to tow if they are in violation of the rules.