I think being diversified is important for a variety of reasons and can allow you to take other risks.

Real Estate AttorneysPeople hire real estate attorneys for a variety of reasons, including to help them get rid of properties they can’t afford or don’t want.

It depends on a variety of factors. 

@Elliot B.I doubt a energy meter based on airflow, heat - etc - of any variety - would hold up if challenged in a court of law - 

They are often too complicated for tenants to figure out, they have too many ways to fail, and they are often easier to circumvent than a standard key lock.I use Schlage electronic door locks with a simple numeric keypad.

It seems these inevitably run into problems as the investment projections are not met, loses begin to pile up, SEC compliance issues are ignored, and numerous legal actions are instituted against the sponsor.   

It varies deal to deal, on one property maybe up to 65% LTV, but if you have more collateral the more likely they can make something work.For example, I've done numerous deals where we place a 2nd on 4-5 properties and the lender feels comfortable lending x amount of dollarsThese are very non traditional loans and no two will ever be the same.

Hello BP,I’ve seen numerous investors preach to invest in bitcoin.

I work with a mortgage broker with connections to a variety of lenders so if you want me to look into any options for you, feel free to PM.

This has worked for me numerous times over the years.