Thanks in advance for any advice you can provide and I hope you all have a happy, healthy and prosperous new year!

Thanks and I wish all a healthy, happy, and prosperous 2019.

They all wanted to see at least 3 years of consistent work experience, which I definitely had, a healthy debt to income ratio, and of course a good credit score.

Problems I never expected outlined below.With that said, I always keep a healthy cushion available. on it. 

If you aren't including healthy and steady appreciation as part of your acquisition criteria, unless you have deep pockets and high W2 income, you'll be shut down by most lenders after a couple properties. 

A healthy market means there will likely be options for that property if it ever goes off the rails.

Contracts keeps everything professional and while it may seem too formal, will actually keep the relationship more healthy.

I hope that you find 2019 to be full of success and good health.   I

Hi Calvin,Syndications are not immune to downturns or risk. 

A market is said to be healthy if the vacancy rate is around 7%health