The Real Estate Investing Answer Book tackles the most important questions someone thinking about investing in real estate should have answered. Topics discussed include:-How do I convince my friends/relatives this is the right investment for me?-Financial requirements -Can I make a profit?-What's the best kind of property for investment-Working with "partners" -What people will I encounter in my investments? -Finding property -Can I tie up property while I think about buying it? -How much should I pay?-Preparing an offer-Earnest money -What do I do if the other side makes a counter-offer-Contingencies-back doors to get out of a contract-Due diligence-avoiding surprises-Financing -Being a landlord -Flipping -Development -How can I protect my investments-Can I sell property without paying any income taxes-Record keeping-Worst case scenario