Like you said, you don't want to grow super fast so take your time and watch the mortgage markets.

Let me know if you'd like an intro.On the investment property piece, watch out for the investment property tax rates in SC if youre not already aware of them. 

I work but without the weight of the world on me at this job, I also fish more, and spend more time sipping whiskey just watching the sun go behind the mountains....

As you read these books, watch the BiggerPockets Rookie podcasts.

And cap-x, that's a fast way to watch great returns go to 0 fast.

Are there any red flags I should watch out for when dealing with buyers who propose alternative arrangements like this?

Facebook has become a big one, but you have to watch out for bad actors.

I say watch this space as the net must be closing soon.

I suspect this lender was just one of the hundreds of crooks out there doing teh advance feescam.If your interested watch the American Greed episode on Remington financial they do a deep dive into these companies..

For example, if you’re holding a triplex in Irvine, the strategies are going to differ greatly from someone managing high-end rentals in Newport Beach.Costs and Terms: Watch out for hidden fees.