I have worked with the same contractor for several years and I get referrals for other contracts via email from investing associates.

Even in a light rehab $130k is too much to pay for that when you figure all of the other costs associated with flipping a house.

I have seen recommendations to have each property get it's own bank account, so that the checking register for that account reflects the true financials of the associated property; you might want to consider that if you personally own property.

Lola Brin TAA = Texas Apartment Association.

I'd be glad to answer anybody's questions about reverse mortgages, the fees associated, or anything else.Jason

Not sure you'll be able to access it in your area, but see if the State charter of the American Bankers Association Directory is available.

For this, you can research your state's statutes to see if associations have lien priority or call a real estate attorney.

Originally posted by J Scott:While the economy has seen growth the past 3-4 quartersOriginally posted by Article:February Existing-Home Sales Decline following Sustained GainsWashington, DC, March 21, 2011WASHINGTON (March 21, 2011) – Existing-home sales fell in February following three straight monthly increases, according to the National Association of REALTORS®.

Just make sure you budget for typical expenses associated with owning property and having a management company handling it for you.

Discriminate, a big problem.At the very least, join every property management association in your area.