@Latisha Haynes- As @Theo Hicks rightly explained the calculator is the tool of choice for the initial litmus test to ascertain if it's a deal or not.Below, is the link for the calculators.https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investme...

But if the 'student' has already made up his mind that creative real estate is not possible, then it's so much easier for that person to not even try. 99% of those who proclaim that they want to get into real estate will never buy their first property, because it's not the type of 'paint-by-number-scheme' that want it to be.How do you explain that he recommends his good buddy "Robert Abalos', who's been disbarred in Virigina, Maryland and DC for real estate fraud? 

Once in a while the party on the other side of the table will object to the contract being assigned the contract rights.  

@Brent Coombs thanks for hanging in there with me.I think I may not be explaining this well.  

I just never used an attorney since there isn't a need as you explained.  

I've read some conflicting information regarding capital gains tax. Is capital gains tax tiered? Here is a simple example:Let's say ordinary income is 10k for a single person. The 10 to 15 percent tax bracket threshol...

Confused we asked why and he explained that even though the other offer was for cash that the seller really didn't want to deal with the hassle of the piano or other junk and decided it was worth our financed offer.To sum this all up it isn't always about the money but rather the other services one can offer......

I believe you can make what looks like a non-cash flow property work if when making the offer you insist on your terms, terms that will satisfy your investment objective.

Hi @Christopher Vargas.I have no real estate background but I do have a sales background and constantly get objections when presenting my products/services to clients all the time.In this case, personally I think you need to demonstrate what your value is as a wholeseller and what the benefit is for the seller.Value/Benefit: You help people to sell properties fast and help them get rid of problem properties they don't want to have, and you have a solid list of real estate buyers who will be ready to buy that property almost immediately. 

You may explain your goals if you want to share more information.My One Year Goals:1.