The proposed $38.5 billion deal would combine two major players in the U.S. convenience store market, potentially controlling 20% of the market.7-Eleven, the largest U.S. convenience store chain with 12,601 locations, currently holds 14.5% of the market.

Smart Home FeaturesAdding smart home technology like thermostats, security systems, and lighting controls can increase a property's appeal and value, especially for younger buyers.8.

Starting local offers hands-on experience and control, ideal for learning the ropes, while out-of-state investments can provide better returns but require a reliable property manager.

We understand that not every lender will provide us with a commitment letter due to risks outside of our control (the market, covid, the borrower, etc).

When something goes into default, like this property has has, I have little to no control yet assumed a lot of risk. 

Now, youre under the gun on a refi needed to finance another purchase and the loan you were counting on isnt - and never was - available to you because of an error that wasnt caught due to a lack on internal quality control.

You are controlling significant assets with little money and using the revenue they generate to pay for them. 

I think we offer an awesome service, but we can't control what people do.

That's why I posted, to provide people with real advice based on my experiences so they can avoid making the same mistakes.Providing greater buffer space for capital expenditures and controls is a good risk management strategy.

The “Big deals” are…You have to buy something you don’t already own, not pay off debt, renovate a home you own, or build on land you already own.You have to spend all the “cash” you receive.You have spend more than your net selling price.You can never receive or have control of the cash, you need a QI PRIOR to selling.