Amy,You are smart to ask A LOT of questions about the borrower. 

Verify your connectionA Wi-Fi enabled device with a camera is required for all notary meetings.

I’m not sure what to do , I’m trying to minimize loss and see if there’s any smart options from other investors  

Hey Tony,With a number of benefits, leasing to Section 8 tenants might be a smart move for investors in rental properties.

AI will first replace basic jobs.Think of ordering a t-shirt etc.Those with ultra high net worth will want to pay for service as they have no time to do it themselves.So even fast forward 10 years from now those with lots of wealth even if they made it on youtube will most times be smart enough to know they need an expert to help them grow the money in other asset types or industries they are interested in.So the major masses will adopt AI and the consumers on the budget will use it.As an example someone pinching pennies will use a budget pest control service.

It's smart to invest now and be prepared for any market changes.  

Hi BP Community,My wife and I are looking to get into the REI game and exploring our options as to what our first strategy could be. In talking with people already in the game, many have told us that long term rentals...

@Alexandra Reeves, in my experience, tape measure or laser measure is about the only reliable measuring device.  

That's a smart strategy.

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