They were simply the king of online bookstores. 

Because I am partnering with them instead of simply using them as a private lender, they are getting equity in the deal and splitting the profits with me rather than charging a premium on the interest payment.Im not really worried about the strategy, it is solid with low risk.

If they are not aligned then simply keep looking till you find one that is.I would look up NARPM and start with them..Below are some questions I would think would be a good starting point for you to see who really treats their company like a business or a hobby.My business partner is a regional VP for NARPM and I am happy to help if you need anything please reach outQuestions to Ask prospective management companiesWhat are your average days on market for vacant homes?

. , I didn't want it to loose that tenant so simply i helped him to get " energy assistance" this is a program to help people out if they can't afford heating bills , I don't know if it is in your state so you my want to check this out.

If everyone would simply eradicate that from there vocabulary and replace it with "Realized PERFORMANCE".

Best case under such circumstance is they find alternative financing and simply over paid for the property.good luck

*That said* - I agree with @John Underwood as you should be concentrating on saving and owning investments, not attempting to create a middleman job.

And of course simply have it demo-ed.

You'll make a much healthier return on your investment that way.If you simply want to buy a home and rent it out longterm, Elk Grove and Roseville are both considered more high-end suburbs and have appreciated significantly over the last decade.

They simply skip over/ignore concepts like vulnerable persons, equity skimming, equity stripping, bank fraud, wire fraud, mortgage fraud, escrow and closing, etc  It's now the "thing" to do.What could go wrong?