Then hightail it down to Silicon Valley and do software development till 6:00 or 7:00 - then home, eat, crash.

I'd ask the seller for a copy of the current lease if there is one and the tenant's application/background information.The e-stoppel should match what is in the current lease, but gives the tenant an opportunity to bring up things that may not be spelled out, and if they bring it up later you can show that they signed agreeing to what the agreement was prior to you taking over.

After all the schooling I saw that IT paid much better than civil engineering and became a software consultant.

Most VW guys I know (including myself) use a myriad of different systems/software/apps/etc to get what we need done to do deals.

Now, we were not even talking about yields on par or premiums paid, just as bonds on a put, call or maturity are computed differently.However, the considerations you pointed out, while not applicable to the initial meaning of the question, I agree with, drilling deeper and considering yield and returns to maturity.You're right, investors should consider source and use of funds in their operations.

It also should have included any commission if there was no Buyer's Agreement providing commissions being paid by the buyer.The "Net Listing" is a violation in all states and an ethics violation under the National Board of Realtors.In RE in all states, the Statute of Frauds is applicable, this requires that all contracts dealing in real property be in writing to be enforceable, that applies to purchase contracts and agency contracts.

It's hard to tell from an application and interview if they are crazy, on medication, loud, obnoxious, dirty, or maybe they collect feet.

I would also go back and take a hard look at the data that she provided on the application so that you have a better chance of finding her after she leaves in case you have to take her to small claims or housing court.

My day job is software engineering where I build iPhone, iPad apps and web apps.

Based on that background, I'd say the following would be most applicable: Know the #s:- Accounting courses- financial modeling classes (now I'm doing deal syndication I wish I had taken more financial modeling courses) - specific real estate courses (as @Matt Devincenzo mentioned those CCIM courses have very good reviews) Connect with people: - public speaking (taking a stand up comedy class is like Public Speaking on steroids) - psychology classes and books (why do people do what they do) Be a good manager: - Business management (as you already mentioned) - Experience DOING or being exposed to it with an internship or job shadowing That said, my OVERALL advice is to find people who are doing these things and actually do it with them or closely watch them do it (then do it).