Consequently, new homes in these locations start at $550,000.

I am an investor and agent in the Upstate and always appreciate adding reputable vendors to my list.

What’s the best way to find someone reputable to work with in California, ideally someone who’s active in the Bakersfield area?

PLEASE be sure to use a reputable, professional team to manage the structured sale if you go this route, as simply loans/payments over time will generally not suffice.Note: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or investment advice.

While finding great deals is exciting, failing to plan in these areas can lead to costly consequences down the road.A well-thought-out tax strategy allows you to take advantage of deductions, structure your investments efficiently, and hold on to more of your profits.

What training providers have a good reputation in this area?

We are looking for a reputable (and reasonably priced) eviction attorney in Michigan, specifically for the Bay City area, thanks.

I challenge you to find one reputable source that depicts your “anecdotal evidence”.Highest blue state city on the list is Waterbury, CT at number 22.  

Quote from @Neal Coppola: As an investor who had been engaged with Rent to Retirement and Delta Build Services for a new build in Cape Coral, I'll share my experience with the hope to add perspective.I, like many, found Rent to Retirement through Bigger Pockets and as one that sees Bigger Pockets as a reputable company proceeded with reaching out regarding the opportunities that were being offered. 

When a couple hundred inexperienced, undercapitalized people are unleashed on the market making offers to desperate homeowners claiming to be buyers but have no money, no credit, and will only close if they can sell the contract for a higher price, it leads to restrictive legislation and regulation which under the law of unintended consequences has negative effects on homeowners, sellers, experienced professional investors and wholesalers, and the economy in general.