Even a 25% loss of revenue could temporarily be supported by established reserve funds.

Mortgage companies have been mis-appropriating funds for years.

With all of the changes happening in the banking industry, once worthy buyers are now unable to purchase housing because of a lack of funds, or a lack of credit due to our economic downturn.

I wish I had funds to buy some of the stuff I'm seeing.I'm not sure where you're at Mike in terms of investing in areas, but I've got 2 wholesalers that send me 1-2 properties a week that need little work around $20k, and run $650 a month in rent (Although it requires that I buy in Columbus, which isn't a bad thing).

The thing is I am not sure I want to use any of my funds.

Given the communication tech nowdays, why can't we create local co-ops to fund small manufacturing businesses to start creating real wealth.

Yes, basically they're: subject to inspection and if the buyer can procure funding.3.

The past two weeks have only strengthened my resolve to end all investments in mutual funds and stocks to invest in solely real estate.

Start a hedge fund & manage it yourself!

Perhaps as problematic is the contractor that will prematurely suck the funds out of a project and then not want to complete the work.