Investors should fully understand that Section 8 is not a cure-all for Class C & D tenant challenges, it's just trading one set of problems for another.We see too many investors not doing enough research to fully understand all this and making naïve investing decisions.

I understand there are some protections that go along with it with all the law suits going around but hardly doubt they would go after an office with two agents in it.

I've done some preliminary due diligence (as the lender) and feel I have a pretty firm understanding of how it works.

It is my understanding that people refinance and then use those funds other ways (personal living, investing, some to buy another property) as a means to minimize tax obligation. 

So if I understand correctly, RWN brought shady deals to their investors, watched them invest without proper due diligence and investors got screwed?

My goal is to gain a solid understanding of the process, master deal analysis, and ultimately close my first deal.Right now, I’m focused on learning the basics — from finding motivated sellers to building a strong network of cash buyers.

It’s such a big leap of trust, and unfortunately, there are agents who don’t always live up to what you need in this process.An out-of-state investment can be daunting, and it’s so important to have someone in your corner who truly understands your financial goals and is committed to building a relationship beyond just getting to the closing table.

I totally understand the struggle, Venecia!

If not, understand the risk of taking equity to generate more equity based off your ROI.

You are solely focused on the net income but have to understand the expense implications.