There use depends on the type of trust setup - they can be used to bypass probate; eliminate ownership and control from a person subject to lawsuits; skip a generation on an inheritance and hence skip inheritance taxes, and numerous other uses.  

These projects are poised to create numerous jobs in engineering, construction, and maintenance, leveraging skills from the local energy sector.In addition to its environmental impact, this project contributes to the local economy by offering new job opportunities and supporting workforce development through collaborations with the Kern Community College District and the California Renewable Energy Laboratory.Rep.

I will say that the borrower has a better chance to negotiate on the fees, interest and when they are to be paid with a private individual lender as opposed to a hard money style lender (that has more overhead).

If a cash out refinance, many lenders will allow the cash out to satisfy the reserves requirement.DSCR lenders generally let you vest either individually or as a U.S. 

Individual homebuyers cannot compete with institutional money. 

One thing to note is that property taxes are much higher, and the city enforces rental inspections more than any other market I am aware of.Having owned 100 unit rental portfolio's previously in numerous states, I think that DSM, and suburbs have incredible upside, but the key is management.

There are numerous state and federal laws related to buying and selling mortgage notes as well as originating mortgages/contract for deeds etc.You have Dodd Frank as well as numerous other consumer protection laws that you have to deal with. 

Another guy owned about 15 units and the rest were owned by individuals.)

I am a diy person but I realize that this is gonna take some help from a community of like minded individuals.

The other three properties will not be considered by the segment.So, focus on selecting a tenant segment with a high concentration of reliable individuals and purchase properties that meet their housing requirements.How to Identify a Tenant SegmentThe process for identifying the segment for income reliability is straightforward.