And it is the same for all investments so you can compare apples to apples. where as ROI is skewed depending on how long you held the investment.So the metrics that you need to track is how much money you got back compared to the money you invested or put into the deal, and the time that you have held the investment/property.Most investors I deal with today are seeking 7-8% Cash on Cash returns, and a minimum of 15% IRR.

You are "winner"...Can you mail me a magnet I can put on my fridge for the future?

Or the magnetic sign for your car or the fancy brochure, for that matter.

@Inno Ekeh@Joshua DorkinHey I am new here but I feel like this goes back to something Joshua said in one of the earliest podcasts which I am diligently making my way through, something to the tune of "magnetizing the site to the right people".Definitely feel like this site is made more for the sake of growing and helping others grow than for the monetary opportunities that the growth may enable.

Comparing IRA investments in real estate to after tax investments in real estate is comparing apples and oranges.If you can get 12% on notes, is that better than other things that you could invest the IRA into?  

To compare apples to apples, numbers to numbers, feel free to contact me.

Add some natural wood touches for warmth(basket, simple crate, candle sticks) and some bright green apples in bowl in the kitchen.

I'm Team Apple so I'm not sure about Droid users. 

As a lender, most transactions go as planned and most borrowers are honest, but the bad apples, looking to end up in jail, take all the time and energy.

That said, whenever you are comparing prices, and getting advice on the forums, it's necessary to make sure you are comparing apples to apples.