In order to borrow, you will either have to obtain an administrator loan upon opening probate from a private money source (and at presumably higher rates and cost) or complete probate in order to clear title and vest in your name to obtain bank financing.I have no idea what rates or terms to expect on a non-owner occupied rental.

The library of articles that are available, are another good source of good info, as well as participating.

If you're sure that the tenant can't gather that amount (even over some number of months), then you only have one source of money for the repairs.

Thinking of purchasing Larry Goins' course, but in the meantime (since his course only offers sources of transactional funding, I want to start investigating on my own.I am a Realtor.

Best source to buy leads?

That is my primary source of income for last two years.

Luckily it only blew off the cover and didn't damage anything else (and wasn't connected to a water source!)

@Darrion HarrisLocal REIA clubs can be a good source to locate like minded people.Paul

, and will be using the money I save from my job as my primary source of capital in the beginning, although will probably have use some more creative approaches as I butt up against my mortgage limit.BiggerPockets, you have already inspired and motivated me beyond my wildest expectations.

What I have seen recommended on many sources is to find someone who has knowledge and experience in what you are interested in and ask them to mentor you.