This site can be a huge benefit if investors and would-be investors utilize it and reply to new threads and post regular replies.I am first in line to help any investor with what I know..... but the world works better when everyone contributes.Just my two cents... well, one cent actually.

(taken from my favorite book)If you will to try and contact someone twice you will excell 65% of the individuals in the industry.

An still probably do well and make good money.There's numerous hidden markets in the real estate industry that allows opportunity for all personality types.

I once worked for Elco Industries as a Header Operator running 4 hypro headers, making screws.

hiya,let me introduce myself. i am a 21 year old enthusiastic investor from toronto, ontario. i have been involved in the purchase of three properties this year ranging from multiplexes to houses with acreage. this limited experience of actually getting proactive and getting started has taught me way more than any book has ever taught me. a tip to other beginners. i have also had some background knowledge in the real estate industry with my parents starting out a real estate rental business 10 years ago. however their knowledge is quite elementary and i have a lot to learn. fortunately i have found this site. and while browsing for the past couple days i have found that there are many invaluable resources and brilliant minds aboard.ps. slthough i have found the canadian content lacking i am confident that with our similar laws the ideas are all valid.looking forward to meeting you,joe

I also have some clients that have utilized my services for inspections that I help out with running comps for them from time to time.

Now, while this is actually sort of standard cash-flow policy in other industries, due to the way residential construction lien laws work; if the bills are unpaid on the project you own, you can actually be held liable if invoices go unpaid, the builder goes out of business and the vendor sues.However, using a good title company negates this risk entirely and these projects can be extremely lucrative for all involved.

I am in the sub prime industry for 3 years now.

Although not ideal, it is OK to have negative cash flow if your INCOME (rent) exceeds your EXPENSES (interest, property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, etc.).

You will have utility bills, services, mail delivery, etc., to show that you live there.