It's not our usual practice, but we have done this a couple of times with vendors - both times we put up a large ernest money and made a portion of it non-refundable - but these were exceptional circumstances.We have not done this with a power-of-sale or bank-owned property, nor would I have any expectation they would allow it to occur.

That way it's not really stealing.That's a big issue in RE, too many don't understand legal obligations and trying to devise little tricks in agreements to justify unethical or illegal practices.

Quick info about me: I am practically obsessed with learning!

Eventually, I'd really like to own 20-100 unit apartment buildings to use my business and marketing skills on the internet to improving the operations of an apartment complex.Since our company works with local businesses, I've seen how many people struggle with internet marketing and feel like I can contribute to operations in this way (lead generation, marketing, and high levels of service to improve operations and cash flow seem to be my "niche" from what I can tell).I'm new but I'm here to fix that and share what I know about internet marketing with all you wonderful folks (I've been reading unreal amounts of practical info on this site which has blown my mind...super pumped to be here) and if I can help you guys and gals with anything marketing related please don't hesitate to message me or get in touch.Happy to help!

No matter how smooth, cheap and terrific the deal may be its always good business practice to have an exit clause (or two), especially if wholesaling is your primary exit strategy.

The past attorney here who had represented the board before I came along and used him as my attorney, to say they are all locked into tunnel vision is uniformed, we did some very creative transactions, however, giving credit to Ann, if you're some guru following, whiz bang, wheeler dealer that is void of RE knowledge and unaware as to local practice, you might want an attorney out of law school. ;)Now I see the motivation of "defending" your suggested attorney.Just saying Ann, your response could have been phrased a little differently to say what you thought without it making it sound I was full of it.

Playing games and transferring to another card is not good a financial practice.

Whether it be a short sale or another direction but helping them be proactive and addressing and overcoming the situation.I am basically doing this to put into practice what I've learned.

I have witnessed and been the victim of many actions by the board I would consider questionable, if not downright irresponsible.Our board engages in practices that are not in the best interest of the HOA members and I'm very curious if there are any "HOA Watch" style sites that allow the establishment of a forum SPECIFIC for a particular HOA community where the members can collectively compile and share information that is otherwise known by individuals only.

Haha, that thing is practically move in ready from what I do, I like 'em wrecked...