Frequently Asked Questions

 You always have the ability to say no. That’s real leverage. 

I don’t have leverage over you. I can’t force a decision, and I wouldn’t try. What I bring is experience and a long track record of working through situations like this successfully.

Think of it this way: if you needed brain surgery, would you hire a surgeon who graduated yesterday to operate? Probably not. You’d want someone who has done it many times before. Real estate decisions may not be surgery, but they can carry serious consequences. Experience matters.

That’s what I bring to the table.

That’s a great question.

I genuinely enjoy meeting people and understanding what’s going on in their world. Early conversations are exactly that — conversations. We explore the situation, look at possible pathways forward, and see what fits. Some ideas may work for you. Some won’t. We adjust. 

It starts becoming a real transaction the moment there’s clarity — when you can see a practical path forward and feel settled about the direction. When the uncertainty begins to lift and the steps make sense, that’s when exploration turns into action.

A transaction only works if both sides benefit in different ways. 

Think about a headache. You take a pill to make the pain go away. You benefit because the pain stops. The company that made the pill benefits because they provided the solution. It’s not one-sided — it’s aligned.

In this case, you benefit from certainty, clarity, and relief from a situation that may be weighing on you. I benefit by acquiring a property at terms that make sense for the risk and responsibility I’m taking on.

When the plan is clear and the path forward feels steady, that’s when both sides win. That’s always the objective.

That’s a powerful question.

There’s a difference between hope and avoidance. Hope is steady, grounded, and intentional. Avoidance is passive. They can look similar from the outside, but they lead to very different outcomes.

I’m a hopeful person. I believe in redemption, renewal, and better outcomes. But hope works best when it’s paired with action and clarity. Waiting can strengthen resolve when it’s purposeful. It can weaken options when it’s disconnected from reality.

If you choose to wait, make sure it’s an active decision — one based on understanding where you stand and what the timelines actually are. When hope is aligned with awareness, strength follows.

And if you want clarity before deciding whether to wait or move, that conversation is available.

When outside timelines start moving without you. Foreclosure proceedings, tax sales, accumulating penalties — those don’t pause. Waiting without clarity can quietly reduce your negotiating position.

That depends on where you are in the process. Early stages allow for more flexibility. Later stages can limit options. The key isn’t panic — it’s awareness. The sooner we assess where things stand, the clearer the path becomes.

So many! They don’t research the people their speaking to. They assume things will improve on their own. They are too trusting of others…thinking others have their best interest in mind. They underestimate legal timelines. They avoid confronting the situation.

Condition matters. So does timing and complexity. Once these matters begin, they become quite complex quickly. I account for repair costs, risk, time, and capital required. The more uncertainty I absorb, the more that affects the number.

They can. Repairs cost money. Tenants introduce variables. Cleanup requires labor. Sometimes those costs are minor; sometimes they are significant. Everything gets evaluated in context.

The most difficult situations are usually not about the property itself — they’re about people. Cases involving multiple family members, partial ownership interests, or individuals who hold a small stake but want to control the entire transaction can become complicated quickly. When decision-making isn’t aligned or expectations differ, progress slows and tension increases. Clear communication and unified agreement are what make any transaction workable.

There are many. Renovation risks, market fluctuations, holding costs, legal exposure, financing costs, resale uncertainty. When I acquire a property, those risks transfer to me. That transfer of risk is part of what’s reflected in the payment

Fair doesn’t mean retail value. It means a number that reflects the property’s current condition, the risk involved, the circumstances surrounding the situation, the capital required, and the certainty being provided.

 I’ve been involved in real estate for more than 40 years, working through over 11,000 cases involving complex credit and property situations. I’ve purchased, developed, and repositioned hundreds of properties across multiple states, and I’ve written and spoken extensively about navigating difficult financial and real estate decisions.

But experience alone isn’t the point. What matters is steadiness. I understand how complicated these moments can feel, and I approach each situation with clarity, direct communication, and follow-through. My reputation is built on doing what I say I’ll do — and handling transitions professionally from start to finish.

If you’re confident you can resolve the situation yourself — and do so clearly, efficiently, and without unnecessary risk — then you should absolutely pursue that path.

This option exists for people who value certainty, simplicity, and a defined outcome. It’s not the right solution for everyone, and it’s not meant to be. The right decision is the one that aligns with your circumstances, timing, and comfort level.