I'm a new member to this site and would like to say hello to everyone.

You do not have to have a real estate license (be an agent or a broker) to buy, sell, or lease anything that you, your family members, or your employer has an equitable interest in.

I hope I am not violating any rules of etiquette by not posting to the new members forum first.

My realtor this week who is a member of a large chain real estate office was excited that their standard contract language has changed to require that the buyer's lender give a commiittment letter within 5 days of closing or possibly be sued for contract performance.

I am just starting out in real estate and I wanted to offer this site for help with getting the auditors office in each county through out the US. http://www.netronline.com Also I wanted to ask if there are any resources that any other members use to find out information about the properties such as any liens on the deed and finding out if the previous owner had a mortgage and things of that nature.

It's hands down one of the best I've found for REI, in terms of information available and helpfullness of members.

Your post sounds like you have an LLC with you and your wife as the sole members.

I wouldn't cast my pearls before swine.

If you are still looking for members, let me know.

Hey all. I decided to become an REI a year ago and I am finally getting my business started. I have not yet purchased my first property, however, I think that will be very soon. Wish me luck and if you have any sug...