The seller had done the usual cosmetic "make it ready to sell" and it "showed" real nice.But; it looked like some termite damage and a quick look in the crawlspace showed the original (maybe the 1950s iron drain pipes, always a worry.

Ok, I'll post my methods here & see if anyone even reads it. lolOpinions:Door Knocking - Terribly time consuming and represents the least chance for a deal.

Too often people are so excited that they have found ANY property and that they can afford it these days that they don't take the time to consider everything you have stated in your article.One big newbie mistake and you can ruin your landlording future for the rest of your life.The only thing I would tack on to the end of your article (if you don't mind me saying so) is to make sure AFTER you have selected a great property and are ready to rent it, that you have someone that REALLY knows what they are doing to mentor you through the actual rental process... making sure all of your docs: application forms, lease agreements are legal for the state their property is in and not inadvertently violating HUD laws.

It says that HUD values our teachers in a special way and is ready to help them get a piece of the American dream.

I know he has to be ready to get back to work!

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Dan_Auito: motivation is more important than location in most casesDan_Auito: preperation and ready resources arekeyjohnmichael: Real estate investing is just a numbers game!

i am ready to begin my journey down the path of many investors.

I know you are ready for me to tell you about this quiet niche investment market, so I will...... it is….……. ………..Commercial Real Estate.

To be a success in real estate you need to:Dream your dreamPut your dream down on paperSet up a business plan around your dreamSet up short and long term goals around your dreamJoin a Real Estate Investing ClubResearch and Study postings at real estate investing forumsSearch out real estate investing books at your local library and study themSearch out used bookstores for real estate investing booksSearch out the laws in your state to determine what you can and can't do as an investorOnce you have completed the above you are now ready to take your dream to the next level.Search out two or three real estate investing strategies you want to use that fall into the 9 steps I've listed above.Now you need to take some courses and or seminars on your strategy of choice!