But as in building a house, it is just the foundation for a stronger house.

Def many lessons learned and we are stronger because of it. 

the major difference is those investors entering the space ( rentals) are far more qualified and have far more skin in the game than in mid 2000's  this alone makes for a much stronger over all mortgage market.

Sometimes a little stronger on the 1 bedrooms. 

I cannot preach any stronger how Math really helps.

If you're buying in an area that's seeing some momentum, then you're paying a premium for the momentum in order to gain appreciation and stronger income growth.   

You may have stronger systems set and better contacts then I.

It’s for those kids I have a stronger desire than ever for financial independence.

They should be able to give you a really good idea about how to make a deal work with them.If you go into a deal knowing what numbers you need to hit, what documents you need to have, what your timelines are... you should be a lot stronger for it.Has ANYONE ever talked to a hard money lender and had them say 'go pound sand until you have a deal?'

I know NYC has strong rent control like L.A perhaps even stronger..but I guess eventually people move out and then when you do it's a big increase in your cash flow.