no longer completely using all my own assets to acquire property.

It may be a little high, as I priced things out on the high side and then add 10% to be safe...Can anyone tell me...when you get a loan, how do you factor in the cost of acquiring the loan since it is a one-time cost?

I would NOT provide access to the lockbox, as most MLS's have strict rules against this.

The key is to run the numbers to make sure that you are not wasting your time, money and effort in each case.REI clubs in your local area is a good start.You can access valuable information by networking on the internet.Run a search on real estate forums and have fun with it!

even then to get an accurate picture, i still need to have access to the mls to see what properties actually signed up to be rented at though, right?

As I get older (and hopefully wiser) I realize more an more that I don't want about three quarters of the junk I spent 1/3rd of my working life to acquire.

If you need shell access be prepared to pay up for that.

My inspection clause reads as follows:1.Seller will allow buyer and their inspector complete access to the property for a whole house inspection.

I would assume a good thing, since it gives people easier access to the inner city, but would love to hear from a seasoned veteran on this!

The FDIC also said accountholders can access their funds during the weekend by writing checks or using ATM or debit cards.