More than likely, the asset managers at the largest banks in the country were B-School classmates with these guys and therefore have the inside track on all inventory coming online.The small, local investor will gain an advantage by focusing on customer service with homeowners, identifying a need and providing a solution.

., there was no interest charged, can be done for quick deals, longer term is another story and the IRS has imputed tax rates when interest is not charged, so when the seller finds that out, they may not be happy which could make things tougher down the road.Much has changed, read up on loan servicing for issues.

If anything, you're looking for Manufactured Home Service and Parts places.

Now years later you have refi costs and most likely higher debt service with a higher interest rate.Don't talk yourself into a deal with special financing.

Offer your services for free during the mentoring, and be willing to do grunt work.

Someone who will give you personalized attention and service and will keep you informed every step of the way.

I was wondering if it is feasible/possible to have a sort of Angie's list equivelant for RE service providers on BP.

You have a crap ton of forms, pay quarterly withholding/self-employment tax/payroll tax, give yourself a W-2, and so be prepared to spend money hiring a CPA and a payroll program/service.

Originally posted by Annette Sannuti:I'm trying to find out if there are companies who purchase residential notes, nationwide, at time of closing or shortly thereafter, and pay a high premium.Hi, I doubt you have time to get involved with note gurus, chain investors and bait tossed out to contact me on the side type stuff.....SOTry FCI, Notecity and if you search for "private loan servicing" you'll find loan servicers serving a national portfolio.

Supposedly, services (including tourism) will be the # one money maker, even higher than oil shortly.