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When he does find a minor item, no title insurance policy, bonded attorney opinion, or warranty is going to satisfy him.

Most mobile notaries have few assets and only a minimal bond.

You can bond off the lien through a title company or your attorney — basically post a surety bond equal to the lien amount so you can move forward with clear title.

The lender’s only collateral is the property itself.You’ll need a custodian that specializes in real estate IRAs and can wire funds, receive rent, and pay expenses directly from the account.

the flipside is, anything extra you put against the mortgage is cash you're not investing elsewhere, whether that's real estate or index funds or bonds or groceries.hope this helpshappy to continue the dialogue I will add a little to Nicholas’ good answer.Leverage is what historically has made real estate (RE) a good/great investment.  

Many of our competitors and nearby communities are offering aggressive move-in specials like ½ off the first month, one month free, or even two months free rent.In our leasing office, we’ve received a high number of inquiries, but many of the prospects simply don’t qualify.

Hey STR investors — looking for some insight from anyone operating Airbnb/STRs in Dallas, especially in the older urban neighborhoods near Fair Park, Deep Ellum, and Downtown.I’m analyzing a property located in an MF-1(A) zoning area with no HOA — so STR is allowed by right (no variance, no hearing, no special permit).

What kind of RE investing are you two specialized in? 

If he insists on equity, require true “skin” via a cash reserve contribution, a completion bond or performance escrow, and a make-whole priority that pays your capital back before any split.