It's sad people lie, and it is even worse when it is a fellow veteran.

@Kyle Carter People hit on the obvious, hype and excitement of a large name company like apple moving to an area. 

The rules are pretty complicated and the only people who really know all the terms and rules thoroughly are the Rent Levelling Board.Caveating that I’m not an attorney so go seek your own advice but I clarified a few things at a recent rent levelling hearing (which are open to the public and you can find the schedules with a simple Google).

I've found that the more you share, the more you can grow your network and connect with like-minded people.

In 30 years the balloon payment is due to the seller and that's when the taxes are due.Coupling a monetization loan to an installment sale accomplishes the same thing but puts cash in the sellers hands that can be re-invested.

🤔 Anyway my point is you need to surround yourself with likeminded people.  

Giving them a financial hand to leave could be to your benefit, but I would keep that in my back pocket until its necessary. 7.

On the other hand, if you're working with a lower budget and cash flow is your priority, say under $180k, Cleveland is the place to look.

I’ve seen people buy land thinking water was covered only to find out they had to pay 6 figures to get water re-routes or upgrade pump stations.

Quote from @Jake Gasperi: For people just starting out to people that have been investing for years..