Not mentioned, is recognition of other opportunities that a well-secured note may provide strategically, if placed well.

I'm hoping to broaden my real estate literacy and savvy, as well as learn how to source, evaluate, and secure sponsors and deals that meet my financial goals.

Can run thousands.And while this isn't an "out of pocket" typically you will need some personal liquidity and net worth to secure loans.  

My front is similar with packages delivered most days and being very confident if delivered to the front door that they are very secure.  

If the cost of the couch removal and other items isn't that significant, maybe just pay out of pocket and don't renew them for another term (or take it out of security deposit if you have one).

What’s the best way to secure a deal, and not encounter with another wholesaler going after the same property.

Section 8 tenants are another way to secure rent payment with government backing.The Midwest is a solid market for rent growth, cashflow, and decent appreciation.Look at a market like Lansing, MI.

Instead we recommend all our clients to secure their properties as they see fit.

Curious about the success others are having with these platforms or if anyone thinks Booking.com is becoming a necessary tool for securing STR reservations?

There is a lot of misconceptions still, about what it is, how it is mined and how it could penetrate daily lives even more than the internet did and does. 100k is the low end...Mcafee ( the security software guy) is a coin miner and says that he bets bitcoin hits 1 million by 2020 or he will eat his own private parts.