They just sit on the outside of the building intact, so there is no exposure to asbestos for anyone.

My dad is a former general contractor who owns various properties around the state, which has given me a lot of great exposure to rental income, flipping, and managing property.

My answer is based on my exposure to real estate stats and limited education on economics.I think future interest rates are going to increase in the coming 3-4 years, although I cannot predict how much.

You might have different results or interest from funds or PE firms that are not real estate based but want real estate exposure in their portfolio.

In the event someone is injured or if somethings gets destroyed on these properties, it's not the kind of exposure you want to have.Try Insurance Tek, Inc. at 888 505-1555.

I like precious metals, not hoarding, but just some exposure is nice.

As far as flipping strategies buy right and then also price correctly when you sell.As a real estate broker new product doesn't come on the market every 30 days it comes on the market every week and sometimes daily.Knowing that what buyers want is the best product at the most reasonable price.They don't want a crap hole to live in just because it is cheap.So when rehabbing if your budget is stretched pick 2 or 3 things that will pop and catch the buyers eye that say QUALITY.Also in this market a price drop every 30 days won't cut it.As a broker we know from statistical data that 85 percent of activity occurs in the first 10-14 days on the market.If recent sold prices range from 40k to 50k I want to be in the bottom 50% of list price 40k to 44k with a great product.If I have given it maximum exposure and nothing comes in drop the price every 7 days until it sells.You want to always stay ahead of the pricing curve and chasing the market down.It is the number one mistake made by all sellers.

This will enhance your learning experience and your continued activity will aid in meeting others and gaining exposure to do business with others.

That would A) be a pain in the *** and B) seriously limit the exposure of each unit.Also, while your zoning can allow for two units, U-TU-C has a bigger lot size requirement than the other "TU" zoning.

Try extending that general principle to other aspects of your business.Over time, through indirect exposure to your process, she'll either become more interested in REI, or she won't.