The fraudster had captured my client's driver's license info, and who knows what else at this time.Moral of the story:  If you are looking at land for sale, or any real property for that matter, make sure it is actually for sale before you start making offers and, more importantly, sending any money.It's unfortunate to hear about the situation encountered.This serves as a valuable reminder for everyone to exercise caution when dealing with real estate transactions.

I do have a concealed weapons permit - have never had to exercise that right (most people are all talk - talk is cheap).I think what you'll find is there are a lot of blue collar, hard working folks out there that just want a clean and safe place to stay. 

As a goal setting exercise and to be sure I'm focusing my education in the right areas I'd love your input on the following:I'm seeking 350k+/year in net passive income. 

Seek out some values clarification exercises to help you better understand what truly motivates your actions.

It's worth noting that my research has exposed me to numerous courses and self-proclaimed experts, which has left me exercising caution and discernment.

If Owner exercises this right to terminate this Agreement, Owner shall pay to Agent the sum of $300.00 as compensation for Agent’s efforts to lease the Property and shall pay the advertising and other costs actually expended by Agent in attempting to lease the Property.

It gives you actionable steps and exercises to get started.

If you have any of them in place and duly exercised one before the deadline of the contingency, they have no case and your money will have to be returned.

I am using -2% in my underwriting because I want it to be conservative but for this exercise let’s use the average and use 0% appreciation in the near term.  

You won't have the equity access right away but "when" rates go down, you could exercise your option to purchase it but in the meantime you can cashflow and have control of the property.