If you haven't looked into the Brian Buffini Peak Producers course, I might do that if I were in your shoes.  

He was a total tenant advocate but that did get him in trouble at times. 

Why do you want to partner with someone who is losing their home and obviously finds trouble controlling finances, decisions, etc...?  

If not, you should have no trouble finding someone who will if you are comfortable lending at those rates.

he has only been in the property 3 months and I have had more trouble from him than 2 year tenants.  

To have my assests produce a cash flow every month and year to pay for my expenses so that I can enjoy this life. 

Thad, I feel like most brokerages won't be the best place to learn about investing, I guess working as an agent just seems like a good starting point (although from what I hear it takes quite a while to begin producing income as an agent..) finally Tony, I would love to attend your next meeting, and I will definitely give you a call by this weekend.

Hi BP,I am having trouble reading a listing for a house.

With 6% in commission and 2,300 left over in closing costs, it could be a full payoff so, i'd not spend all my energy on the short sale aspect.The only one that stands to gain in this is you, (to make a few bucks for yourself) and having her follow through with HAMP then doing a lease option with you, could put her into trouble with the Feds if she lies about her intent as it relates to the property and occupancy.

hello I have been looking for awhile now and seem to be able to find properties that are only a 6-8% cap rate. I am wondering if I am being to picky or if I just am not finding good enough deals. Most of these propert...