I had identified a few properties on the list of interest with a non-redemption strategy in hopes to initiate foreclosure after the 2 year redemption period, here in New Jersey, thereby acquiring a property or two with future plans to fix and hold or flip, etc. 

I could call an emergency HVAC guy over to fix it, but then the cost would be out of pocket. 

I could sell one of my properties (condo) use, that money for flips in Atlanta within the next 1-2 years build up additional funds to acquire an apartment complex, and to grow my portfolio, but I want to hear from some experienced investors and what they would do if they were in a similar position.Current Picture/Portfolio: Property 1: Condo (Atlanta, GA 30328)Current Rent = $1550/MonthUtility Reimbursement = $200-300/MonthHOA $383 (In line with HOA's for other communities) Purchased June 05th, 2015 and resided in property until Jan 22nd, 2017 (Total of 1.64 Years)Lease Started Jan 23rd 2017 and Lease Ends on June 30th 2018.Current Equity 135,000 (Purchase Price)  - 85,000 = $50,000Current Comps Similar Properties are selling for $155,000 to $170,000Current Mortgage Terms: 15 yr Fixed 3.325% Monthly payment of $996 (Includes Insurance and Property Taxes)Anticipated Total Earnings if Sold at End of July $64,500 (Sell Price $155K) to $78,500 (Sell Price $170K)  Property 2:Town-home (Peachtree Corners, GA 30092)Current Rent = $2000-4000/Month (AirBnB) 60-70% Occupancy since November of 2017Purchased July 28th 2017 and currently residing in basement house-hacking with my younger brother.HOA $325/Month Covers, Water, Lawn Maintenance, Sewage, Security GateCurrent Equity 336,000 (Purchase Price) - 265,000 (Remaining Loan Balance) = $71,000Current Comps Similar Properties are selling for $345,000 to $360,000 due to private/public school ratings going up shortly after purchase.Current Mortgage Terms: 30 yr Fixed 4.326% Monthly payment of $1823 (Includes Insurance,PMI, and Property Taxes.)

If I remember correctly, United Real Estate is 100% commission but fixed $500-600 fee per transaction but $65/month.

A fixed laminated glass is no longer a point of egress for people inside the rental. 

I let them hold onto all of there personal info until they meet me and the apartment they want.Cozy is a very legit and great company- but to the unknowing, they may have very real concerns about putting their personal info into a website they are unfamiliar with.Also- why don't you just set up a laptop at the showing for those that need assistance?

I am getting ready to close on my first investment property and came across having to purchase 2 types of insurance in order to close on my funding from a fix and flip Line of Credit product. 

Hi, I fix & flip houses in South Jersey.

Hi Everyone, I’m investing in Fix & Flips in Oklahoma City and Philadelphia.

Once you're deemed credit worthy by lenders you can start using leverage which needs to be used VERY carefully but is also extremely powerful.I personally do NOT recommend that someone with a trades or self employment 'life track' as you are describing is best suited to buy a first house with cash, and for instance use your time to fix it up.Few reasons here:Firstly, often the kinds of 'cash deals' available are ones that can to generalize tend to be more cash flow type properties (as opposed to equity properties).