Between appliances going out, minor plumbing issues, etc; paying a monthly premium and a $75 deductible when a problem arises has been well worth the money for me over the last few years.

I should then ask that the amount be deducted from my assignment fee.

Not saying that all investors are not (wink wink), but I'm looking to learn from someone with high integrity standards that believes in doing things the right way and does not cut corners. 

Think of a foot doctor (specialist) vs. a general doctor (your standard vanilla attorney) I've consulted with a SEC attorney in SOCAL (PM for details) who is very good and can explain the ins and outs of the how the process works. 

Being head of the IRA department at my full time job, I know darn well that anyone can convert a Traditional to a Roth through your standard accounts at the bank.

Between my husband and I, we make a six figure income through our full time jobs, just nothing worth counting in savings, as we recently had some car surprises (meaning repairs) that were incredibly underestimated by our standards.

Hey Mike Fatah I've worked on a number of nyc rentals. 15% of the annual rent is the standard brokers fee.

It is standard practice.Beware, there are companies out there that provide proof of funds letters that are actually bogus, that is a quick road to mortgage fraud.

Standard contracts have financing contingencies and inspections required, that should be enough.

Pretty standard when dealing with a short sale.