Like it or not, and most of us - including me - do not, there is no longer anything simple, or quick, or easy, about accepting payments that end up allowing the payee to own something.

We got an accepted offer for a duplex in Point Richmond this morning.

Living independently will do wonders for your career and social life as you mature more quickly. 

Another few days went by of negotiating and she had accepted and signed the contract.

He was also dealing with listing/selling his current primary residence, while coordinating his out of town move to happen within a few weeks.How I found the deal:I found this seller through my social network.

The current tenant agrees to move out within one month from the day the offer is accepted.

What social or economic conditions cause price-to-rent ratios to be lower in the mid-west and certain pockets of the country versus other areas?

It looks like it needs about $10k of work minimum to be in acceptable condition (needs new roof), $30k for full updates, but it's rented out anyway already for $2140/mo for the 3 units.

The previous post (2 before mine) is an example of why you must be careful of who you accept advice from.

Any lender that accepts land contracts/lease options can do that loan.