With inflation of both values and rents they will look like geniuses.

Just thought I would throw this out to everyone and maybe have some creative discussions regarding how to take full advantage of the opportunity.Spots vs Show?

Think creatively!

If this ruling stands, some muni is going to get creative.

I told them to "get creative" but they seemed unable or unwilling to think outside the box. 

So it is a busy season... contractors often don't return calls. you book appointments with them  and they never show up , or show up gives a bid and then say they actually  booked...I have two properties in Kansas City right now that needs exterior and interior paint job.its about 4000-4500 budget for eachI purchase all paintfinally two  contractors bid and ready to do it but  insist on getting 1000 to 2000 upfront  for each property before they start .I am not too excited paying someone I dont know those amounts.can any of you who are experience in rehabs have a creative solution not to losethose contractors but reduce the risk?

Genius is 1% Inspiration and 99% Perspiration. 

Without it, you have to be knowledgeable of other "creative financing" in order to pull a deal.

Our creativity is fueled by innovation, loyalty.

One who is academically genius won't transfer to financial knowledge.