Consider all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

Most lawsuits against landlords involve wrongful eviction, security deposit disputes, and Fair Housing Violations.

Of course the rate is higher with 15% down, but it helps investors get that property secured with less out of pocket.Happy to help if there's anything you need.

Anyone over 18 fills out has to furnish their social security and driver's license numbers, and pays a fee for a credit / background check.

As far as feasibility, you can absolutely use propwire, or propstream for that matter, to secure the list and then mail postcards to the owner info. 

Here are some general guidelines: Lien Position1st Position LienEquityMinimum Down Payment of 20-25% (a 30% equity to sale price is preferred)Down Payment made in certified funds and not borrowedMaximum Funding of 70% ITV (Investment to Value)SeasoningMinimum of two monthly payments already made12 months or more preferredPayer CreditCredit Score of 650 or higherNo major derogatory trade lines (No 90-180+ days delinquent, foreclosure, repossession, bankruptcy, etc.)No decline in credit since purchase of businessTermsPrefer 60 months or lessMaximum of 72 monthsNo Balloon Payment preferredCash FlowBusiness has positive cash flow1.25 debt service coverage ratio preferred.DocumentationPersonal guarantee from a creditworthy individualStandard documents including Note, Security Agreement, and UCC-1 filing.Tax Returns on the business that substantiate profit and loss statements.OtherPayment history current and verifiablePayer Interview indicating buyer is satisfied with business and comfortable making paymentsMotivation for selling the note is not a result of a deteriorating businessConsideration of high risk businesses or geographic areasIn these situations, sometimes a partial is a better option. 

Many experienced mentors in this group can help guide you in the right direction.I highly recommend saving as much as possible and setting aside a hedge fund for financial security.

We will certainly manage the drawdown from those funds to account for tax consequences as best we can.I appreciate the calls for diversification and I get that cash flow is a tougher to secure with interest rates where they are.

Since these accounts are in the business name, they don’t affect DTI, making it easier to secure additional funding.How fast you're looking to scale will determine the best approach—some investors go the business credit card stacking route for quick access to $150K+, while others secure business lines of credit for more flexibility.

I'd say start the process of securing your HELOC if you havn't done so and spend time analyzing deals and determining what type of investor you are looking to be.