First thing I recommend is to figure out your target market.

Identifying these trends and targeting high-demand areas can yield solid returns.Long-Term Stability: Real estate has historically been a stable, appreciating asset class.

Those landlords that choose to artificially subsidize communities via suppressed lot rents do not generate sufficient reserves to set aside for inevitable capital improvements to the community’s infrastructure and aesthetics.

Look for properties where you can add value with smart, targeted renovations rather than going overboard.Financing Strategy: Since you're aware of the leverage risks, keep your financing options flexible and conservative.

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

I assume you’re going to have to target just accredited investors as the judge would make you give anyone else their money back.

Whether the lender decides to do anything, and exactly what they decide to do depends on the lenders particular strategy, target ROI, risk tolerance, current interest rates, interest rate of subject mortgage loan, etc. 

The new people don't know and they are the business target.