Marie Poe Note to self: dry humor does not translate well on the inet.

Performing a substantial lift now, only translates into less work during a future turnover if I do not secure another long-term (>5yr) tenant ...

How much dollars does it exactly translate into?

My research shows that according to the state of Washington, it seems that a "one lender to one note" is ok, but I'm not sure if that translates to an LLC being the "one lender".

It's not that the benefits can't be measured, it's that the metrics never look good when translated into dollars.

Most likely you'll pay through your mistakes, which are guaranteed you'll make, but that's how you learn best - unfortunately, that will translate into extra time, extra effort and extra money.

But not for reasons that may not translate to every investor or market. 

Great appreciation - 4% average over last 30 years BEFORE the last 2 years of craziness and really strong rental rates which translates into strong cash flow.

a town of about 6k people called Spydeberg ( translated Spear Hill)@Louis Leone  - There are neighboring towns which are larger than Spydeberg within 7 miles, and the major highway E18 connects them all, along with the major passenger train railway.

That said, I imagine a lot of the midwest specific knowledge that applies in my back yard will translate to your market as well.