so as of right now, your best bet might be the actual REIA which meets in Everett and Bellevue (mostly Bellevue).  

Let's say it's $100.Your contract would declare that, should you should fail to perform, you would forfeit your earnest money.

Most traditional banks will not finance a secondary FHA loan, you would have to go with a smaller portfolio lender, credit union or mortgage broker would be your best bet.  

If your goals are to be financially savvy, then buying may be the best bet.

There are a few different moves on this deal not sure yet if any, maybe try to buy the non performing note.

The data isn't always accurate.Best bet is to find a realtor.

I bet he doesn't spend $100k a year unless he strokes a check for a car or something.  

Either I take it on or the lender does.In short term deals I've performed with an AUD lender, I accepted the risk of currency fluctuation and it was written into the lending contract that they were to receive their base AUD amount plus interest as agreed, regardless of any currency fluctuation.  

You would probably do the best to start in performing mortgage notes where you act as the bank.  

I'm looking for opportunities to help distressed homeowners solve their problems" (General Networking)If your are networking with other Investors you best bet is to have a deal, hey I got this property under contract, would you like to hear more about it?