I'm not saying scams don't happen with more expensive assets but it does seem like the mechanics of this particular scam were intentionally set up to eliminate banks and institutional investors/target unsophisticated investors. 

Purchase concerns, I only know Roku, but the few apps(channels) that have this on Roku have a purchase restriction option you can turn on to eliminate this problem. 

This eliminates payments The point is that the HELOC (or other credit line) itself does not figure into the mortgage acceleration scenario at all - it could just as easily be a revolving personal / unsecured credit line.

I edge my odds by not allowing 1) last minute check-ins (must be at least 2 days in advance) 2) No 1 night stays (eliminates partiers) 3) Must have previous good reviews.These will vette 99% of your guests adequately....

As soon as interest rates or your personal situation are favorable you can then refinance at any time and eliminate the hard money lender.

Eliminate debt, establish a budget, and save.

Eliminate debt, establish a budget, and save.

So I'm guessing it might depend on your state laws and personal situation. and make sure you know of any sticky items that would eliminate the protection you get from the LLC.

The focus should be on eliminating vacancy and avoiding chasing unreasonable rental rates, especially in the slower winter months.Here’s a chart showing the median sales price of a single-family home in the City of Austin this year through November:The median sales price for a single-family home in November 2024 was up roughly 8% from the beginning of the year.

So I gravitate toward things that are well understood, proven, time tested, tie up all details in a nice neat little package, and eliminate as many variables as possible.