Mind if I DM you the property to get your opinion?

From there you can cultivate the relationship by email / calling them to stay top of mind for future leads. 

This is exciting to meet local like-minded individuals.Looking forward to connecting.

If the answer is no, be mindful this will create a more difficult sale when exiting the position down the road. 2.

Quote from @Drew Sygit: @Aaron Raffaelli we're also in Detroit area, so let us know if you need help with anything.Edit to my last reply:I just a saw your post from yesterday talking to someone about the Classes you can expect around detroit, and that did help me get a better understanding, but it did bring a new question to mind. 

These are questions that have stayed in my mind through every episode I've listened to.

Exactly, I have that in my mind and thinking of 2 weeks time.

And keep in mind that the rate on the 2nd lien will likely be 10-12% so depending on the cash flow it might not actually yield that much cash to you at closingMore importantly, it's just more debt so ultimately it sounds like you need an income-producing event to actually improve your situation and avoid some of the consequences that you mentioned

Keep in mind, the region is immensely sought after, leading to notably low capitalization rates.Positive cash flow from a rental property becomes challenging; however, there remains potential for substantial returns through appreciation.

Piece of mind?