Quote from @Jake Handler: I am under contract on purchasing an off-market home, seller finance in North Jersey. 

So, I am both a buyer and a seller at the same time, right before the election.

Land doesn’t depreciate, and while buildings require maintenance, they usually gain value as markets grow, demand increases, and inflation takes its toll.Real estate investors benefit from a significant tax write-off based on the concept that properties lose value over time, even as their market value skyrockets.

They started the business from scratch in 2003 with a combination of wholesaling, fix-and-flips, and non-conventional financing sources like private lending, seller financing, and lease options—which remains their expertise today.If you had one question for a professional real estate investor who retired themselves by 37, what would it be??

I want to point out that I’ve noticed his tone in emails can come across as demanding or even a bit rude.For examplez: I see how he writes to the group—always polite and full of "thank you"s—but when addressing me, the tone feels far more demanding.Would it be okay to respond with something like this?"

The minimum down payment for a property in this price range would be roughly $27K.That said, you also need to account for bank closing costs, inspection costs, appraisal, attorney fee, and title costs.Your scenario may require a seller's concession to account for these additional expenses.Investing with $50K is totally possible in this market but your journey may be met by challenges i.e.

.: I'm curious how CA agents can make a living with laws like AB2992 that state:"If the out-of-pocket costs to pay their agent remain too great and the seller and buyer have not yet reached an agreement on the sales price and/or terms, the buyer may walk away from the subject property provided there is an exit clause, proceed without representation, or approach the seller's agent about possible dual agency representation." 

Seller would be open to creative financing since house needs foundation work.Asking 300kFoundation Repairs- $40k ( could be way less) ARV- $385 to 400k

Business issues or simply too high of a rent demand for the space provided?

How often do you use seller financing?