We use it for about 1 in every 5 marketing programs that we do...

It can be if there are politics involved, but that would entail 99% of the economy where there is some sort of regulation on every issue in the economy so that would make every financial conversation political in some way.

I have found a decent book that just deals with these types of properties and covers lots of specifics: Armchair Real Estate Millionaire.From a financing standpoint, there are programs that allow up to 90% financing for this type lease tenant arrangement.

Apparently she didn't want to be involved so she wasn't.I was off one day and when she came home from work she asked how my day was.

Don't get involved.

There are quite a few HML rehab programs that will lend you 100% of the purchase price + cost of repair + closing costs (and in some cases, allow you to roll in the mortgage payments) assuming that the sum total doesn't exceed the ARV allowance of the program.

If you could find the perfect program to help you invest what would it be?

An "exclusive right to sell listing" means the seller is obligated to pay a commission regardless of whether or not the buyer is represented.So, an exclusive agency allows you to bypass the agent, but an exclusive right to sell means the agent is going to be involved no matter what.That said, since this agent is the one who gave you the lead, would it be fair and honest to try and cut them out?

I have spoken to all involved and the note holder asked that we make an offer on the note.

How could you possibly be scammed when a cashier's check is involved?