Localize City (Homebuyers and investors who want a deeper understanding of neighborhood dynamics and potential risks) 8.

If we buy this loan, we need to have a thorough game plan on how we are going to be resolving this and understanding these dynamics is key to managing expectations and protecting investments.Sounds like a deal more for someone that buys partial inheritance estates and spends years piecing it together than a note investor.  

My brother and Sister-in-law live in Dallas and it is a dynamic market. 

Most seller finance notes have interest rates in the 9-10%+ range.Also, 5% down is very little skin in the game for the borrower.

If financing is part of your strategy, consider exploring fix-and-flip loans, which are tailored to help investors like you fund both the purchase and the rehab of properties.Lastly, start small with your first project, ideally in a neighborhood where you understand the market dynamics.

I’ve found that working with someone who’s local and understands the market dynamics can really help avoid costly mistakes.Keep us posted on your progress—I’m sure others here would love to learn from your journey too.

How come you don't see the excitement you could have, of asking yourself all those questions at your desktop, if only you had some skin in the game?

Cash to invest (enough for deposits, skin in the game lenders want you to have, closing costs, carrying costs, and to kick off rehab work).2.) 

Focus on the value landlords bring through property improvements, market dynamics driving rents, and contributions to community revitalization.

It's a dynamic world - if I could find a 3-4 unit that cash flowed 200 a month per unit and hit a 15 plus ROI - i would jump all over it - I just only see this type of potential return (and better) in more depressed areas.