But sticking with the tried and true formulas when they are no longer applicable is as disadvantageous when the market is performing better than average as it is when the market is performing worse than average.My .02

It puts me at a bit of disadvantage compared to investors who work full time every day in real estate.

When so-called experts take advantage of their positions and use their power to set up and profit from the people seeking their help, when contracts are pushed that overwhelmingly disadvantage one party, when laws and the legal system do not protect the ignorant but well-meaning individual, society breaks down.

Disadvantage though, is if I make a lot of money, I won't have tax shelter, but on a combined income of 125k, there's not much tax to shelter.

What are the advantages and disadvantages with using the 203k or Fannie Mae Renovation Loan vs Hard Money Loans for fix and flip properties?

A disadvantage is the seasoning required by most Lenders.  

Here is a brief synopsis of what it is:The Series LLC offers different advantages and disadvantages and is relatively unknown even though it has also been in existence for a number of years.

Of course the disadvantage to investing in my college town and bmore is that it's not in my backyard, but I'll sacrifice distance for returns any day.My conclusion is that D.C. is one of the best rental markets in the country, but that you can easily see better returns elsewhere.

Why jump in when you're at a disadvantage?

I feel they both have their advantages and disadvantages.