Joel, I get very close to the nominal 18% rate.

. ($900 - $1350)This I think gives some downside wiggle room, and since we purchase for cash flow, I do not really care about the nominal price of the assets, just my basis in that asset based upon the long term cash flow prospects.I think that as long as we as investors keep an eye on median incomes of our respective markets, and make sure we are buying at a deep enough discount, we will alright and see the signs of the next bubble.

I agree, I'd also pay a nominal fee for access to the list if it was relatively robust for my area.I also agree that it'd be helpful to do something to avoid faux reviews.

Adam Worth - I think it's a good idea considering the cost is nominal. 

Hi all,My "real estate goal" is very straightforward - I am looking for an approach that can yield a 6%+ annual return with as little active work and time as possible, after a learning period (of up to 5 years).By 6%+, I mean risk-adjusted, not nominal.

What I would suggest is see if your closing attorney will make you a " loan " for a brief moment and charge a small nominal fee for doing so, in order to keep everything on the up and up.  

You might be able to get them to amend the terms to allow renting with the support of neighbors or you could place the property in a trust or LLC and assign a nominal beneficial interest to the tenant so that they are technically a small partial owner.

I've heard multiple stories from very credible people of someone, like even a long time homeowner, getting a new roof and not getting a permit, not hiring a locally licensed contractor (its a pretty nominal fee and just requires WI license I believe) or doing something else wrong and they'll be all over them QUICK!

Property management companies are a great place to hold a license with a nominal fee/commission.

Rachel has been doing this business for sometime so I'm sure the book is well worth the nominal price.