Some shingle colors just wouldn't go with some exterior color schemes.That being said, I'm a big fan of the 3D shingles and think they are absolutely worth the additional cost vs. a standard shingle.By default, I would say black 3D is probably the best universal shingle but I don't have any hard data to back that up :)

Microwaves don't have a Shoes and Socks or Metal button5.

Note buyer" here on BP, while the shoe is on the other foot as you are buying, and it addresses issues of a non-owner condo seller finance deal, there is still much there to consider.Condo financing for the secondary market has many hoops to jump through, project qualifications, you may look at portfolio financing from a bank as well, but that won't be a 30 year fixed, but it's financing.Best to see an attorney as well.

I know not everyone is going to be a fan of the site, but to avoid us because of your dislike of our use of a word and to claim that we're low class as a result of it . . . well:If you want to change the debate, you need to get involved in it.It is like bitching and moaning about how your child's school is run, but avoiding school board meetings where you can share your voice.Now that I'm done with my mini rant, what do you think?

Put yourself in a prospective tenant or home buyers shoes... would it bother you?

I'm also not as versed in checking through the property tax databases as I should be.I got the "Modern Real Estate Practice" book that was recommended from somewhere, and if I get nothing else from it, the terminology should become familiar.As far as getting my license, I am a big fan of controlling all the deals I haven't made yet but what do you guys think about the timing?

Your first clue might be found on a death certificate where the "informant" or next of kin is identified.Then your decision must be if you can coax the relative to get sufficient probate court powers and authority to sell you the property or alternatively, purchase the interest(s) of the heirs or bene's, step into their shoes, and take the fiduciary duties upon yourself and complete the probate yourself.

That means either hiring an agent yourself or using a flat fee listing service.I'm not a fan of flat fee listing services in general (I've written long posts about why I think they aren't good for sellers)...but listing wholesale deals is the one place where I think flat fee listers are a great resource.

ButI'm not an Ashton Kutcher fan, but I am a Steve Jobs fan, and to quote"I think opportunity looks a lot like hard work"

Im also a big fan of Danny Johnsons Blog - lots of great info there.I am particularly good at managing contractors for multiple site jobs and have experience doing that.Looking to find out more about the SA or Austin community or anywhere around Central Texas and opportunities in the area and meetup with some fellow RE investors.