It would help real estate agents to sell investments if they could refer their buyers to a rehab team all ready to go that did good work, performed on schedule, and was honest.

If you want a property that is under performing because the rents are under market or the occupancy is low or it is just poorly managed, let them know.

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Personally I think being responsible for the repairs, etc, would be a nightmare.Could your friend advise you on how much maintenance he has to do?

If not, and you only have a grand or two on the line as earnest money, and the contract states that the sellers only remedy if you don't perform (i.e., no "specific performance" clause), you might really think about letting that go and walking away.

You don't need to work with a Realtor to be an investor and I highly advise against working with one.

I've been advised that in addition to the liability protection an LLC provides, and in addition to the homeowner's insurance I cover on my rental property, I ALSO need insurance for the LLC that protects me from general liabilities that might arise....Sounds like overkill to me...thoughts anybody?

The best advise I can give is to contact the utilities engineering department directly.In my experience some utility companies do a 2 to 3 year assessment of how much power the new building will use.

I need advise desperately.

I advise my clients that their goal should be to determine what type of entity will give them the most protection without complicating their life?