So be meticulous in reviewing financials and tax returns.As Joel stated, $50k in renovations is simply lipstick on the property.

They're about crafting real value from the ground up.

There's always the play of self storage conversion, or perhaps a craft brewery/tasting room would have a use for such a large space.  

I craft my my exit plan and disposition before entry, assign roles and responsibilities in advance with written agreements.

I know plenty of people who have come to the US with no education and are making great money with small businesses.The common thread with successful people is they go out in the world and work hard at their craft. 

Sac has been an awesome place to work, live, play, invest and have great local craft beer! 

All that equity tied up in each property is a massive liability because a properly crafted lawsuit can gain access to all of it.Debt/Leverage is not a problem as long as it's covered by the operating income with enough buffer to weather a bad market. 

Yes- You do need to be aware of the Frank Dodd act and your particular state laws when crafting your deals.

Anyone used this service for leases, or do you craft your own?

Please see below:"Tomorrow, on Wednesday, January 18th learn how three Sacramento Superstars built their businesses from an idea to locally recognized names.Through careful branding, systematization, team management, and crafting their business culture, they’ve managed to adjust their businesses to current markets and grow them.We're going to be hearing from Mike Gobbi (who has seen and survived multiple market cycles), the team at Grounded (formerly known as the Oak Park Team specializing in flipping), and Max Boyko of Hybrid Brokers Realty - Sacramento (who's new brokerage is growing in leaps and bounds).