I don't think I would add extra cash into the deal to buy down the rate, if you have extra cash I would consider doing a 25% down payment, that will usually get you a better rate/terms.

I’ve worked with folks in both Austin and Scottsdale who did just that and continued to build cash flow over the years.So while the recapture and capital gains can hit hard, there are options to consider.

Hey BP Fam,I just started mentoring folks interested in real estate investing and could use some advice.

I haven't found many folks who have had success with it yet, especially at any scale. 

I'm sure folks will respond here with the list of them.

However I only know the western Oregon market and this type of RE wholesale would only work in the midwest or south where real estate isn't as crazy high demand/low inventory/above market value as Oregon is, so I can't apply my same parameters/experience/cost of renovations/what local buyers prefer/high demand neighborhoods vs slums etcMost RE programs have lots of reviews but this program seems to have no easy to find honest reviews from folks that are not connected to promoting it

What are some best practices that folks enforce on guests when being pet friendly?

After about 8 months, I wanted some extra income so I rented out half of my room to my 68 year-old co worker, and separated the room with a curtain....Here is a photo: If I were to go back, I would NOT have done this, but it was a good learning experience.

You're an advisor, and becoming the type I tell folks to stay away from. 

I would just keep it in your personal name and get extra liability.