I think "Don't fight the Fed" is in play for 2023 and that we are just now getting back around 20th century norms...inflation gave them both a reason and an excuse to shoot back up to what they consider closer to equilibrium and jobs reports are still strong.

Squatting itself has been around for centuries.

As we delve deeper into the 21st century, the fusion of technology with real estate operations has not only become inevitable but also imperative for those looking to stay ahead.

So you know, at 10%, your borrower is getting the deal of the century for a loan like this.Before you lend, learn the process.

Hurricane Ian was also a once a century storm, hence the extreme flooding, but generally speaking if you are not in a flood zone you won't experience flooding. 

BTW I have been the top salesperson at every organization where I spent my previous careers - Home Depot, Fastenal, Century 21, etc.Funny how the experienced investors that I know and work with NEVER ask about fees up front but all of the newer investors do.

Depending on the amount involved, you might also consider hiring a tax advisor.TOPICFinances & Taxes Taxes Your MoneyJEFFREY STEELEJeffrey Steelehas been a Chicago-based freelance writer for almost one-third of a century, during which he's written extensively about real estate.

My grandmother Virginia was born and raised in San Jose to Sicilian parents, my great grandfather Phillip DeBello and Mary LaTorre who immigrated here at or around the turn of the century, and my grandfather Costantino was born to Italian parents Sebastiano Mericone and Anatolia Panetta in Argentina.My great grandfather was a gaucho (cowboy) who travelled quite a bit, but my grandfather was raised in the hills of Rome with his four siblings until 1925 when the family immigrated to the States through Ellis Island.

We talked and I told her I'd be interested in it (1800 sq built in 1952; 1+ acre fields behind that are forever wild; mid-century feel to it newer vinyl siding/newer windows/new roof). 

We purchased this mid century home in rough shape and spent 8 months renovating.