As well as leveraging my knowledge on business.

Only buy deals you can execute (you nearly have the team and nearly have the knowledge).  

Since then we've had two more showings, and a verbal offer over the weekend for $235,000 which then became $215,000 because she's concerned there "might" be mold in the house, although when asked by her agent why she thought that she hasn't given any specific reasons...so not sure what to make of that as the house is completely mold free to my knowledge. 

@Mark DuttonTo manage risk in investing, focus on building a safety net with a $1,300/month surplus.

Networking with local investors, real estate agents, and property managers can provide insights and potential opportunities.Attend Meetups: Participate in local real estate meetups or workshops to connect with others in the industry and gain valuable firsthand knowledge.4.

Her finance background and investment experience are invaluable, and she is very knowledgeable and responsive.

You can:* accept as is (or ask for credits)* demand the seller fixes it and gets town sign off* demand the seller rips it out (e.g. an illegally finished basement)In theory, these changes should be grandfathered in and aside from legitimate safety concerns (e.g.

No loans.In a country with few social safety nets for immigrants, especially for the Chinese, Abu used her fierce negotiation skills and supernatural intuitive business sense to live a very comfortable life and take care of her family.

"All in".You can make more money in real estate with knowledge vs your own or borrowed cash!!!!   

If you are more money than knowledge then most of the real estate decisions will be made by the other partners which will make you feel like a limited partner to something you are not wanting to be silent on.