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Positive cashflow reo houses are abundantly available in the Southern California Real Estate market, in particular the Palmdale Lancaster area has great deals for investors.

In a foreclosure situation, the amount owed to the bank is almost always more than what the property is worth, very few foreclosure auctions result in a successful sale and the property instead reverts to the bank, thus becoming an REO, or Real Estate Owned property.

In a competitive multiple bid process for an REO home, cash gives the investor and advantage over conventional and FHA financing.

Monthly cash flow attained by purchasing and holding REO's can produce a substantial monthly income.

REO listing agents are judged by the banks on their ability to find worthy buyers that can close escrow without hassles. A failed escrow is a negative mark on their record.

When offering on long term cash flow REO's, it is important that investors consider the long term viability of the neighborhood as it relates to local economy, employment and desireability

If there are REO 20 offers, bear in mind that some of those offers might be all cash. Banks like all cash offers. If you are obtaining financing, then you may need to increase the price on your offer to be considered.

Many homeowners are very angered by the foreclosure process and cause physical damage to the REO property prior to leaving.

Many REO investors use a mix of handy men and general contractor to complete their repair jobs.

Some of the most successful buy and hold investors repair their properties to high standard and rent at sightly below market. This allows them to find and retain renters who have an interest in keeping and maintaining their houses for a long period of time.

Fannie Mae's HomePath database includes only properties that are owned by Fannie Mae

FHA will look mostly at the last two years of your credit history of REO buyers. If there are some credit issues, we may be able to overcome them with sufficient explanations and supporting documents of why the issues occurred. Following is some the the reasons FHA will accept: Loss of Job, Job Transfer or Serious Illness.

Expect the bank to draw its own REO purchase contract or addendum to your standard purchase contract. Read it thoroughly and ask a real estate lawyer for advice if you do not understand it.

FHA requires satisfaction of appraisal conditions prior to closing. Yet, REO banks typically will not authorize repairs prior to closing. Then, toss into the mix that bank repo buyers rarely want to pay for repairs before they own the home.

Buying an REO is not the same as buying a home through the normal channels.

In their efforts to create a bidding frenzy, many REO agents will claim that they have 10, 15, 20 or more offers on a REO house when in reality their are only a few offers that the banks would consider. Don't be discouraged by this kind of talk and submit your educated offer.

Many of the successful REO buyers are leveraging relationships with REO listing agents and buying inventory that is not on the MLS.

REO tip..When inspecting an REO look underneath kitchen and bathroom sinks for evidence of water damage and mold. Extensive damage or mold can mean a costly cabinet replacement and/or mold remediation.

Buying a bank-owned or REO property may take an equal amount of time and angst, but the property will be vacant and easier to inspect. In fact, some banks will put a little money into prepping the home for a better sale for them: paint, handyman work, landscaping, etc. Homes are sold without guarantee because the bank has never lived in the home and is selling as-is.

To avoid paying more than you intended, carefully research the area and home prices, as well as possible repair costs to find out if a REO home is right for you.

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