Knowledge,I'm also a new investor in the DC area; welcome to the board.

Hi all,I have a full time job (like many on this board I imagine), I work in NYC and rent (ridicously high!

All responses are great and have nothing to add with an exception of one thing:In the future, do videotaping the premises prior to moving in and just after moving out (before leaving key to the landlord or countertop).I, as a landlord, videotape everything before tenant moves in (with new tenants on tape) and after they move out.How everything do I mean?

Here are some key points based on your post.

Sally, Good to have you on board.

Since many of you on this message board are experienced investors, I was wondering what you think?

The key for me was to look at the date of recording at the court house.

I have read a lot of info on the internet about how to make a good postcard, would anyone like to reveal any key catch phrases to put in bold on a post card or mailer, or have any sites that I could visit with psychological phrases that convince people to call my 1-800 number?

they usually hold them in public place like Town Halls.if you visit a Town Hall - usually you'll be able to find info on upcoming foreclosures on bulletin boards - but the staff at the county office/town hall will have nothing to do with the process.Legal Notices are used to make sure that the auction is a public "hearing" so to speak.

Hey everyone...Been lurking on the board for a few weeks.