It's silly to try to use them as a measure against ordinary investors.Real estate is the safest, with most benefits, way for the ordinary investor to grow their portfolio.

That seems pretty clear which is why it's a common point in contracts, "applying for financing" is specifically measurable, if they can't prove to escrow they applied by a deadline specified in an offer then that should be a pretty clear breach and the EM should be collectable by the seller. 

Measurements are approx & should be verified.

I've done a TON of DIY (actually, probably multiple tons if measured by the mass of building materials!!!).

I have a duplex in a 1031x that I would love to drop and get a 6-12 unit; but in this market there aren't any in my area that measure up to what I want for a return and values are just as likely to go down as up IMO.

Cash advance on CC are high if that's what you are aiming for.

Therefore , I take all measures to avoid it :- Encourage the PM to get me a long-term lease and willing to do price reduction for that .- Make sure PM takes good care of the tenants. - Prefer families w/ kids in desired school districts ( how often will they want to move ?

I know other guys who spent their youth focused on getting a practical STEM degree in a field with quality employment prospects, orchestrating their career, aiming themselves for financial glory.

I was originally aiming for London but deciding to test the waters in Brantford since it's closer to home.

South Lake Tahoe residents are going to vote on Measure T, November 6th, which would BAN most vacation home rentals in the city.