It seems to be a pretty natural evolution for many investors.

It is not retaliatory in nature also.Is it legal to raise rents on one property and not all of them?   

When you deliver on your promises and provide exceptional returns, investors naturally want to share the good news with others.

What ROI do you need to justify the liability and active nature of owning a rental property?

AZ is not prone to major natural disasters so investing there is less risky with regard to those types of setbacks.  

And on top of not disclosing the true nature of the transactions, the borrowers were unknowingly entered into 3rd party transactions, without knowledge, consent, or recourse.

Don't discount that.Real estate remains a valuable investment despite current challenges due to its tangible nature, long-term appreciation, and potential for consistent rental income.

Once you go through the whole process, you'll know exactly how it works in your area for the future.If the sweet nature of the dogs is what's bothering you, and how unfair it is that pit bulls as a rule are treated with what could be seen as deliberate malice by the media, give some money to the Humane Society to do more to advocate for the Cause.

I would assume that it should be blocked off with some type of decorative tile or something of that nature.

The nature of the relationship to me seemed exploitative and it bothered me a great deal.