I know there were many who purchased in CA in 2006/2007 who wished they hadn't and paid a life-changing price for it.One area we will have to agree to disagree on is your matter-of-fact statement that you are "almost always guaranteed to lose."  

These are big money plays life changing profits but RISK you bet..

An LLC by itself does not change anything for taxes.

Industry experts suggest the current uncertainty creates ideal investment conditions for those willing to enter the market.As we step into 2025, we wish our valued readers prosperity in their investments, clarity in their decisions, and success in seizing the opportunities ahead.

I love to see that you’re building a community as well as creating wealth for others!

Don't rely on what anyone on BP is going to tell you, because things change.

- At a high level often people set goals that don’t align with their overall life goals.

I'd say the logical paradigm in the question is a bit off.CRE includes everything from airports to golf courses to hospitals to campgrounds.So saying "residential versus commercial" is like saying "bacon versus plant life."

I'm going to change the parameters of the question and assume all properties have 70% financing.  

They are trying very hard to make life impossible for the small guy.