Also, stay away from Insula Capital AKA Atlantic Capital Holdings out of New York (Long Island) I didn't lose $200,000 but lost $10,000 plus on a deal they gave us a funding letter for $300,000 cash for a flip we were purchasing.

On the other hand, self-education through books, podcasts, and free resources is cost-effective but requires discipline and a clear plan.

With Airbnb prices rising, we loved the idea of investing in a few different small apartments scattered around the world so we would have a virtually free place to stay, and when we were not there we would make money off of sites like Booking and Airbnb.

Quote from @Erica King: I like the concept of duplex and 4plex . so I could stay in one.

I'm also trying to find a way to "sponsor" their stay at a senior living facility for "x" years in exchange for the house.   

So over the past 20+ years, enough "storm chasers" have come through and many have stayed or opened a satellite office here etc.

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I would rather just stay with 1 bank.

Stay arms length and nothing to worry about. 

There was a jump even last year, but I decided to stay with that insurance provider.