How do I keep myself from getting suckered into a bad real estate deal?

Question: I want to start investing in real estate while the market is still low. Even though the market is low there is a chance I could get a bad deal. How do I keep myself from getting suckered into a bad real estate deal?

Response By Pratul Lakhotia:  The best thing to do in your situation is to find a lawyer that specializes in real estate contracts and transactions. This will ensure that you have someone on your side that can read through long and confusing contracts, and get you the deal that you want for your real estate investment.

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