It's never a bad time to buy a great deal.

You could partner up with someone who has assets but bad credit (trust me, they're out there :wink:)... if you're tight on funds it may be a good idea to partner with someone for a house or two.

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Not a bad book for someone starting out, definitely gives you a basis for comparison.

If you are they typical newbie without much money and credit not all that great..Or maybe you don't have that problem but not to sure how to get started as well..This is for those who haven't got their first deal or not having consistent success..Here it goes, first of all get to understand your market, attend club meetings and network find out who the players are, your making a step of doing that already just by posting on the forum..Also educate yourself but warning don't overload yourself with with tapes and seminar materials it will lead to confusion and alot of money spent..Not saying seminars are bad sometimes we can get so excited that we're spending more money than we're making.Find a strategy that fits you and develop on it.

It is too bad that you feel that this is the most unwelcoming board you've seen.

My brother and I have been in been investing in Hawaii for the past two years and have experienced both good and bad deals.

PMI is a BAD THING, at least IMO.

Yes, I do live in The OC and No, it isn't as bad as it looks on all the TV shows.I have been an agent for about 6 years and I am now also listing some REO properties for banks.

You have to be sure you are familiar with an area first, though, because there are some pretty bad ones out there with what look like good deals on paper.