Quote from @Ben Fernandez: I think it depends on the deal that comes your way.If you can find a cheap plot of land that's buildable and the profits exceed a potential flip's (you could also acquire), go for the build.Vice versa.

My investments were all what they termed private placement and was essentially funds used for lending, buying notes and recently land trust.After MIdland sprun this on us, my spouse also has accounts, I did some research but didn't see a purpose to remove our accounts at the time.I have not been with ET long enough to give comment on them and what little "issues" occured were technical.

They are getting what they really want, and you are crafting the deal to where it will still make sense for you.One potential issue is if what is most important to them is also important to you.

Based on the user research we've seen most use cash flow as a proxy for performance.

Quote from @Angelous Ultionem: That's what I had researched myself but recently I've seen people talk about getting another 100 miles from the first property.

The best strategy is to not quit your day job until you've built a portfolio big enough meet your income requirements.You have three potential paths.  1) Build an active investing business, something that takes time.

Personalities and business practices vary widely.Lesson 3: Be willing to pivot to avoid potential future concerns, and know that a small win, or breaking even is better than a total loss.Lesson 4: Commercial loan process was great to learn and now I have built a relationship with a commercial lender.

I am do research on Turn Key companies and I found 3.

I just stumbled upon it online and I’m trying to research it myself. 

To avoid pitfalls, research liens, check property conditions, and set a max bid before buying.