When I maintained my position that I wouldn't be paying 10K up front, Dmitri then insulted my section 8 investing knowledge and suggested that if I wasn't ready to move forward, then it was because I didn't understand enough about section 8 to begin with.

Forming a business to protect my assets is an area I need to gain more knowledge in.

That could be market knowledge, ability to rehab a property - something that can give you an edge over other experienced RE professionals in the market and asset class you are working in. 

It’s great to see your enthusiasm, and you’re in the right place—this community is full of knowledgeable and supportive investors, professionals, and entrepreneurs.

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, experience, expectations and thorough knowledge about locations.

This community is a great place to gain knowledge, connect, and share experiences.

Learn how to evaluate a market by either reading and listening to a lot of content or by providing some sort of value to someone who already has that knowledge.

The agreement of forbearance or modification should have the borrowers knowledge that they are in default, that they understand that the lender is forgoing foreclosure at this time in exchange for the deed in lieu, and that the borrower is represented by legal counsel.  

This is just one example but without some intense research online you may not learn this, but by speaking with someone very knowledgeable in your chosen areas you not only save time but may find even better opportunities.Best of luck!

With all the measures they have, it's never been an issue to my knowledge and the neighbors would let me know in no uncertain terms, as they had a poorly managed STR in the neighborhood previously.