Lastly, why do you feel compelled to "deny them"?

David you need to look at how many cafe type places or restaurants are available in a one mile ring radius if this is urban core.

I wouldn't be looking for a core asset.

There is no substitute for personally meeting the people who will be the core of your investment team.

You can not just start repairing plumbing, electric and core utilities depending on the level of improvements needed and have the rehabilitation folks still occupy the property.  

I know in advance, that this may be a tall request and many/some will not want to chime in, but I think it would do a good service to really start addressing the expectations that are flowing in the background and help put some light on realistic approaches and ideas to some of the core reasons folks consider jumping it, do jump in or stay away from investing in whole loans/notes.  

That is the core of how money works for you instead of you working for money.Joe VilleneuveREcapSystemA2REIC

When I retire the mortgages are paid and I live on passive rental income.I am here to learn if this plan is feasible and how to carry it out.I have read most of the beginner's guide and I agree with the 9 core beliefs.I want to be a part of this community; I think I will like it here.Thanks in advance for any advice, and I look forward to returning the favor.

Interesting that this long thread was begun by the OP's first post.Only once did I seriously initiate legal action to compel the completion of a purchase.

Troy,Core Seattle cap rates range between 4.0% - 5.0% typically depending on age, quality, and location.