I may just have to keep asking the BP community until we come across someone who's gone through the home course, or bite the bullet myself and let you all know my feedback in a comprehensive review.

Google his name when you have a few hours to read all the proof!!

Many economists cite the repeal of the Glass-Steagal Act as a catalyst for what followed and I said as much here in a post on The Real Estate Dispatch (http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2008/09/22/that-fateful-day-%e2%80%93-november-12-1999/).

Buyer must provide pre-approval with proof of funds for total downpayment or proof of funds for cash deal.

The call is logged and can be proof of "doing something"

Dave,I think the issue is going to be that the seller will want proof of funds or a pre approval letter, hard to get when you don't qualify.

Or, bite the bullet and use hard money.

Not saying Bismarck is bulletproof, just that you guys may face different issues then we do here.

That idiot proofs it for the tenants.Tim

Some are no doc loans, while others need proof of income and excellent credit.