Some kinds of auctions allow you similar protections as a traditional sale.

I offer a traditional coffee pot for guests who drink a lot of coffee, a single cup pour over cone, a Chemex and even a Bialetti at my properties.

Traditional + Seller back financing How did you add value to the deal?

For lenders, I have access to private money lenders or if you want to go the traditional route, I recommend checking out Coast to Coast - Jeff Weller. 

Your intent in posting it was to damage my reputation and cast a negative light on me, personally.Eric, never once in 7 years of working together did you complain to me about my work.

Maybe he's the exception.But the good news is - no matter what you do, if your brother just leaves it all as "passive" and doesn't mess with anything, whether short term rentals, or traditional rentals - the right tax planning could mean a box of his investment dollars that is effectively able to grow tax free. 

If needed add a minimum of 15kModerate RehabCan save at least two of the following- Electric, Drywall, Flooring, Plumbing (likely touch ups in the other two)Redo KitchenRedo Existing BathroomsNo framing or architect plans neededPaintFinish BasementAdd a split unit to existing duct work (prevent from tearing up existing plaster/drywall)*Think of a grandma home that does not have knob and tube and has been on top of roof/windows so we aren’t as worried about mold/water damage*Light RehabComps do not need a finished basement or basement is finished to comp standardComps do not need HVAC or you can just add split unit to existing ductworkKitchenBathroomFloorsPaintNo major rehaul of mechanics needed (aka do not need to rip out walls)LipstickPaint, Floors, appliances in the most basic sense ARV Range Full Gut Moderate Light Lipstick +450 (A+) 150-300 N/A N/A N/A 380-450 (A) 90-120 70-75 N/A N/A 270-400 (B/B+) 85-100 60-70 N/A N/A 210-270 (B-) 75-80 60-65 45-55 N/A 170-210(C/C+) 65-75 50-60 40-50 15-30 140-170(C-) 60-70 50-60 35-45 10-20 120-140 (D) 55-65 40-50 25-35 5-15 Philly Neighborhoods Breakdown:A+ : Obvious Prime Real Estate.

We source and purchase all finish materials for our projects (lights/plumbing fixtures/etc). 

Multifamily real estate has traditionally been a stable asset class, and the Washington D.C. metro has traditionally been a stable market area, making the two together a good safe bet, especially for anyone with a long-term view of their investing strategy.

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency cannot be used as a down payment in a traditional mortgage (Conv, FHA, VA, USDA).