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The best asset protection is hiding your assets; second best is hiding your ownership identity behind numerous entities3.

You may want to get an attorney and hope RTR doesn't sue you.There are numerous posts here on BP with warnings about buying turnkey because you pay top dollar.

Outside of that, I dont naturally feel I'm in danger because I have an accurate and grounded perception of what the situation actually is. 

She’s been a guest on numerous podcasts and other programs to tout her investing prowess.But some who invested with her expecting big returns allege she reneged on principal and interest payments on the loans they made.

Hey Sammie, I actually lived in Lawton for 2 months and I don't know if you have been there, so I just want to give you my perception on what the city looks like. 

I have an experienced opinion on the matter, but am seeking outside perception and strategies, if any.Additionally, what are the implications of the NAR Settlement regarding this strategy if any?

They will sell and perceptions will change!

Lawton definitely has its reputation, and you're right about the single-industry concern and the high crime perception, which makes it counterintuitive for many investors.

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