Just easier to learn from the mistakes of others.So, what are you going to do to[size=18]MAKE IT GREAT in 2008!

Lets say for example an investor is looking to make 20k off each deal and is looking for homes that are between 1000-1800 sq ft, 3 bd, 1+ bath, in a decent neighborhood, from here you can target your searches according to this info to find your motivated sellers.

Once you figure out what you plan to accomplish with it, then the answer to your question should be much easier.

You can do it without her, but it will be easier, more fun, and more profitable with her.As you gain knowledge about REI, you lower your Risk.

The tools of the site allow people to do this in a manner that is much easier than traditional networking methods.For example: Say you're looking for a new contractor for a rehab you picked up.

Makes it easier to get accepted in my experience.

If you NEED to refi to have money for the next deal, then I would refi only if the ORIGINAL property still meets the cash flow target using real world expense numbers.Good Luck,Mike

Originally posted by "carringtonrei":How do most investors feel about working with lenders who work outside of their target market?

You might check AARP web site (since these are largely targeted at seniors) and try calling some of these and ask how they work.I believe the way these work is that it is a loan secured by the property but without payments.

If we did a double closing we could make a ton from this deal but we had decided to start with assignments because they were easier.