I was advised that he should create an LLC and then our two companies can form a partnership. 

This way it’s no up front out of pocket expense for me and they then have the extra money to spend as they need it.

Investors typically want a steal of a deal, so even 25% off is typically not enough for me to even stop....50% off market value starts to get interesting. 

Not sure but it works for me.

So for me the ONLY advantage was the GOZONE tax bene's i was able to get when I bought them.. that was the Gulf opportunties act post katrina. most current investors I am sure never heard of it..

I use the "profit first" approach to cash management and am VERY happy with what it has done for me. https://a.co/d/h16sPxR

I am planning to read his new BP book on wholesaling to better decide if it's really a good path for me to pursue, and then I may consider this program, too, (especially after Jennifer and Gordon's endorsements). 

It’s been a good blend of cash flow and appreciation for me, and it might be worth checking out as part of your trip to the Midwest.If you want to chat more about Detroit, feel free to reach out.

I was thinking 1 property per year was a huge thing for me, and if things worked out I could accelerate to 2 properties the 2nd or 3rd year, 3 properties the 3rd or 4th year, etc.  

Combine that with rates that are near high for this century.  3 things could solve this 1) RE prices fall (that would be bad for me) 2) rents increase a lot without RE prices increasing similarly (this would be bad for tenants) 3) rates fall a lot.