I am currently searching for a private lender so I will email youThanks again

You can also search for investors in your area on BiggerPockets and reach out.

@Cory Mccarthy, it should not be difficult to find appraisers that work Jackson from a web search.

I searched for SC Apartment Associations and found one in Columbia.

However, I really would love some input on which paths you've taken or little tricks you use to make things easier.Currently Implementing...IFTTT scrapes craigslist for my search criteria daily.

If you can start searching that area you'll find more affordable houses.  

(A quick search on "owner finance" in Atlanta Craigslist just yielded 645 matches.)So, what am I missing?

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When I search for how to start an account, I get all sorts of information about how great they are...

I am planning to start my search soon, but was wondering what are my other options if I am unable to get a loan from these financial institutions.Thank you in advance for all of your help!