The big opportunity here is creating a scenario where both parties come out ahead, especially in situations where the seller might otherwise walk away with little or no proceeds.If you’re considering moving forward with this kind of structure, I’d be happy to assist with running the numbers or exploring funding options to make it happen.

That means no more spreadsheet. 

i am adjusting my strategy and going to try to keep expanding my funnel.I don't think @Russell Brazil is saying to go out and blindly buy a terrible deal... just that no, the ship hasn't sailed on Boston (as I don't think it has either) and RE remains a good investment.happy to continue to dialogue... hope this helps

No one knows what the market will look like.

We pride ourselves in keeping the forums positive, helpful, and focused on real estate (please, no politics, religion, etc.).

Quote from @Paul Baldwin: Quote from @David Ramirez: No clue!

The weather can certainly suck in the winter but it's no different than most of the country.I have been saying I would move out of NY for years but it is home. 

There is no issue doing it in your personal name. 

From there most of the time the personal connection is there and they have no problem sitting down for a coffee chat. 

Unless you were raised in or are from one, you have no idea.