As for what I can provide, I've been strengthening my underwriting skills by analyzing deals on LoopNet, diving into metrics like NOI, cap rate, and the 1% rule.

Generally speaking, the better quality businesses will charge more because they have to...their cost of doing business is higher because they have all of the proper licenses, insurances, bonds, etc.Never ever ever take the lowest price...that guy is priced low for a really good reason.

.; real estate equity, equity after capgains and selling expenses, cash on hand, stocks/bonds, other assets, etc.)....a singular variable like net worth really doesn't say much about an investor's position without all those other variables...

You don't get this with bonds or equities. 

Would consider it just another financial investment without the SEC, board of directors, fluid market, bankers, related to a stock or bond asset.  

Most lenders will want to see at least 2 years of steady income, and income from part-time work or your own business can help to strengthen your financial background.

Nelson I have Word as Bond.

Will other countries continue to buy our bonds?

However you could also construct a bond/stock portfolio where it generates 5% or more in today's interest rate.

Following ethical and professional guidelines helps build a strong working bond with agents.