I only get one chance at a "first" deal, and I know the first one is the most important as it could make or break a first time investor.Between working full time, and attending school full time, my time is a little pressed to do my due diligence for each property I'm interested in.I'm also looking into trying to intern or get a part time entry level job with a real estate office or property management company as a way to further pursue my education.

Okay, as someone who feels like I spent way too long in school and believe that too many people are pursuing higher education when it is really not in their interest, I guess I'll play the contrarian.

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He has to step up to the plate on this and keep his integrity intact.

I am resilient but don't have a lot of money saved right now (I am sure that is the first step) Any advice?

He then lost his drivers lic when NY State pursued him for CS arrears.Patience.....pays dividends.

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Taking it a step further, I will often list them (or co-list) with another Realtor.

I'm not sure if it would be worth pursuing after the fact.

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