I need the expert advice to break down the best options for both protection and tax purposes Thanks again all who replied!

We do use ListSource for our homeowner data lists, and they have been the most reliable. 30% is an extremely high return rate depending on the number of pieces mailed. 10% return is not uncommon, even when ran through the NCOA.

Here is my generalization: "REO / short sale specialist" agents are on average waaaay more shady than "normal" agents, and I wouldn't trust one farther than I could throw her or him.I'll give an extreme example I encountered:Title clouded, unclear if bank actually had the right to foreclose to begin with.

I have been in a few situations similar to yours and it can be extremely frustrating!  

If anyone would be willing to contact me and be a virtual mentor for the millions of questions I'm sure I'll have, I would be extremely appreciative!  

Watching these 3 distinguished gentlemen, who are all extremely bright, and with vision that most can't even comprehend.  

Welcome to BP.You will find this platform to be extremely valuable.

Look for books, podcasts, webinars, and anything else where you can learn and become an RE expert.

Subcontracting allows you to manage risk and hold someone else accountable to schedules and regulatory compliance.But subcontracting will not allow you to get cheaper pricing.3) If you're not an expert in construction project management, hire a general contractor who is. 4) Contractors are facing major labor shortages right now.5) The best construction crews have worked together for a while.

It's my dream to invest in S.F but it's extremely expensive but it will manifest for me one day.