I also post in Marketplace and that has been a mixed bag. 

Come if you can....but dont sweat it if you are busy that week.There is no cost & no obligation....This group is intended to be a brown bag (lunch) sharing session for those interested in Jacksonville, FL investments.

It's a mixed bag, but the guaranteed money is good.

I mean she invited the coop board over for tea (?!??).  

There is a big difference between Inexpensive and expensive mortar, maybe $5 VS $20 for 50lbs bags.

The lower price ranges are on fire and with lending becoming easier to obtain on condos and hoa's in litigation I would expect those to continue to sell quickly and for top dollar.Hope this is helpful.For sure you Vegas guys have a better grasp on these tea leaves.

All the garbage from inside the house is piled up in bags in the front yard too and I haven't seen anybody over there doing anything with the place for weeks now.

Brown bag your lunch, brew your own coffee, drive a beater and drop your car payment!  

Now that you have done some leg work, the next opportunity will benefit from your experience and exposure to the aesthetics and financials of the lost deal.Good luck on your REI journey and please let us know of your success in bagging the 1st elusive deal!

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