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The prices on current REO inventory are well below building cost and make incredible buy and rent opportunities.

In the area of REOs, each bank and lender works differently, but all have similar goals - to get the best price possible and have no interest in dumping the real estate as cheaply as possible by using what is sometime an entire department at a bank that is set up to manage REO inventory.

FHA financing is available for REO homes but generally will require the property to be in decent condition.

Many investors overestimate current and future market rents when analyzing a potential REO cash flow rental house. This is a highly critical step and should involve an expert resource on real estate market rent conditions.

It is critical for REO buyers to communicate competence, integrity and ability to close escrow to the listing REO agent.

REO investors who understand the market values in their chosen areas are able to make quick and confident buying decisions beating the novice investor to the punch.

The use of weasel clauses in an REO purchase shows a lack of confidence on the buyers part and should be avoided when making REO offers.

REO VS SHORT SALE. A investor who has a short sale agreement with home owner has no competition but must convince the bank of the homes value. An REO investor must compete with other buyers who may have different perceptions of the properties worth.

REOs with swimming pools typically have empty or half empty pools that will require repair to the plaster, tile, electrical and pump equipment. This along with a smaller buyer group, increased liability in a hold situation and higher insurance will keep many investors from bidding on pool homes

It is important to understand the local economy in your area when considering cash flow over a longer period of time.

You should also consider hiring a qualified professional to inspect an REO property, whether it has been repaired or not. Hiring a home inspector is a recommended practice, no matter what type of home you buy.

In addition to your ability to pay for a mortgage on an REO (as indicated by your debts and income), FHA will look at your ability to repay as indicated by your credit report.

Some banks will not sign a counter offer on an REO until all terms are mutually agreed upon between the parties verbally.

Buyers with all cash are REO lenders' favorite purchasers. A list-price all-cash offer will beat out a conventional offer, even if the conventional offer is above list price. If the listing's conditions state "cash buyers only," it is unlikely the bank will consider an offer from any buyer who is relying on financing.

Usually the Bank won’t accept an offer directly from you. Banks accept offers only from a real estate agent or broker.

While REO investors are underbidding on many foreclosure properties, Christopher Thornberg, a principal at Beacon Economics in Los Angeles, said that interest is coming from “vulture funds” with millions of dollars to spend on distress sales. Thornberg said Wall Street vulture funds are amassing war chests in preparation for a new cycle of opportunities in loans or bonds of struggling financial companies or homebuilders.

In search of a cheap hold REO, many buyers overlook the realities of the neighborhood which can really be costly when trying to rent. Renters have many choices these days and a rough area will require lower rents.

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.

An REO is a property that has been foreclosed on and has reverted back to the ownership of the bank or lender. What are the benefits of buying an REO property that has been foreclosed on and what are the reasons they failed to find a buyer?

We expect REO activity to spike in the coming months as foreclosure delays and moratoria implemented by various state laws come to an end

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