Tim - I agree that that is an important aspect of having a great credit score - it gives you more leeway to make some mistakes and to take risks.  

This Flex Option sounds like Tim Mai guru stuff, but it's still an option contract granting an option to purchase ...

Buying properties at a 20% discount with 20% down.I think @Tim Macy gives some great advice and seems like he'd be a great local resource.  

@Tim Ivory, First, most of this thread has been about a lease and option transaction and you're asking about a lease purchase.  

Tim, You are right, this business is not complicated.

As I am not as familiar with commercial properties, I actually would defer to @Tim Norris or @Shawn Woedl for their expertise in this area.

@Tim Hall what is the name of the association you meet with?

       ( While also learning the business )Regardless, calling out just a few people for their response to your questions@Will Barnard , @James Hiddle, @Jerry Puckett , @Melodee Lucido ,@Kevin Tunney, @Rob Gillespie , @Jamaal Hunt, @Tim G. , @Mary B.

Tim Gordon I'm by no means set on that as a rule.

Originally posted by Tim Gordon: Howdy!