I have noticed a re-occurring theme and a common complaint among them about a certain character trait.

For the readers, I'd like to say that I had originally posted an article that was 10,000 characters long and it is now less than 2,800 characters.

I am not great at handy work but a unit with some old character will be good detail. 

Like-kind property is property of the same nature, character or class.

That is a sign of exceptional character. 

Being a landlord I tend to be lenient on credit and more stern on character and financial stability. 

What font do I download to have the characters after the "hello" in the post title display in my browser? 

I believe a child's character, self-worth and relationship with their parents is formed when they are young, so these years are so important.

There are a lot of shady characters out there.Unless you have the time and experience doing this I would think long and hard before undertaking this. 

If it doesn't smell good to you..then don't invest regardless of who says what.1) Understand the Industry and related Industries (Real Estate, Mortgages, Credit, etc.)2) Learn how to evaluate a property so that you are not relying on someone else (valuations, construction costs, market conditions, etc.)3) Learn how to "vet" the sponsor/developer (Borrower/Investor) with regard to overall character, credit management, experience, resources/team, attitude, etc.4) Have your attorney draw up the Mortgage, Note, Trust Documents and related documents that will be used to secure your interest in the property5) Secure Title Insurance with a Survey on each transaction (understand how to read a title report and specifically the B2 exemptions page(s))6) Secure Property Insurance on each transaction (replacement value if possible)7) Secure either a BPO and/or actual Appraisal on each transaction (as-is as well as Subject To values and an income approach on duplexes and up)8) Do not release money on a construction project until x percentage is completed (Draw Schedule) and never release the final payment until the project is fully completed - Use a 3rd party Inspector (familiar with the Construction Industry) to determine percentage of completion / line item itemized9) At the first sign of distress by the Sponsor or the Project, be ready to act and act swiftly10) Have FUN!