In round numbers, I bought a property for a little under 300k a few years ago. 60k down payment, 240k financed.

Gap lending can be done as an equity partner but to lending in second position for an interest rate is basically RE  Russian roulette and the pistol has 5 live rounds instead of just one..

I was interested in this type of deal because being I am well rounded in construction for me seem to be a good first time investment.

For round numbers, I take out $100,000 and pay interest of $5500 per year and earn $25,000 per year. 

We network, have round table discussions, as well as provide small presentations on various topics. 

So, with some cash for fuel and board-seat-like guidance - oh boy.Seed-stage startups in Silicon Valley have an average valuation of $10m, a 90% failure rate, and are often unprofitable for many years while hoping for the next round.

Now that BP has somehow determined #1 status for some members it might be fun to do a weekly podcast with the #1s in a round table. 

I do feel that Lathrop/Manteca may appreciate a little more because of it being closer to SF Bay and the jobs around here however that commute has to be a total of 3.5 to 4 hours a day. round trip.  

It is also the top tourist destination in the US, and it is a year-round market with fairly consistent performance year after year.

Perhaps have that added on your next round.