(pretty good bet things aren't going to 2% any time soon)We have wound up restructuring several notes to our benefit because the owners were really happy to have the income immediately

Your best bet would be to bring in an equity partner

I watched a documentary called "the patent scam" - these poor mid-large companies are dealing with cut throat attorneys that know how to work the system causing them to pay millions in legal fees or settle.

I think that your best bet is to offer the Holder of the Contract for deed some sort of discount if they refinanced out of the contract for deed so you could get your equity, short of that I don't think you have a lot of options.

The company is also planning to re-enter the Chicago market with several new openings in the coming years.ConclusionIn the face of economic uncertainty, these major dining chains are betting on strategic expansion as a way to navigate challenges and position themselves for long-term success.

To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!

Unless you have really poor credit funding is much easier these days than it used to be. 

Also, you must familiarize yourself with local laws and regulations regarding STRs to avoid purchasing in areas that are not STR-friendly, which could save you from legal headaches and poor investment choices.Another critical strategy is staging your home to appeal to your target guests.

I really see Columbus Ohio as an extremely safe bet for the next 10-20 years.

Hey Matt, I own 2 duplexes here in Columbus, Ohio and I would say that buying duplexes in an appreciating area would probably be your best bet.