While the market can go up or down in either investment, Real Estate is the only one of the two that offers income opportunities through rental income, that stocks don't, and can often help ride out the storm of market fluxes.Also, the Greater Phoenix market (that includes Scottsdale) historically nets 65K+ Californians per year. 

The good news is that real estate offers countless opportunities, even in higher-cost areas, to build wealth and achieve your goals.

Purchase price: $145,000 Cash invested: $60,000 Finding a move-in-ready home that offers modern upgrades and country charm can be challenging—but this fully renovated 4-5 bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch is the perfect solution.

There is a fine line between offering a well rounded service and leaving too much in the home.I love the business and glad to be a Superhost but this has been my experience.  

Instead of discussing the possibility of owner finance with sellers - what if I offered the opportunity to  JV where they are the equity partner?   

I agree with Michael, probably need to make 100 offers per 1 accepted to find a good deal. 

Hey Steven - An LLC is a solid choice for structuring your partnership since it offers liability protection and keeps things clean when splitting ownership and profits.

*Another Exciting Development in Charlotte*The Iron District is set to break ground next year (address 905 w morehead st.)The Iron District's strategic location offers easy connections to Uptown, South End, Wesley Heights, Freedom Drive, Camp Greene, I-77, I-277, and Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Depending on how it is done and what guarantees the government offers and requires of the released entities, interest rates could move slightly higher.

I do not sell my model but I have a friend in the business who offers a much better model than Michael Blanks in my opinion.