Over the past few years, many groups have raised funds and acquired properties, promising investors impressive passive returns.But here’s the real question: how have these syndications actually performed?

Quote from @Chris Seveney: @Jay HinrichsAccording to the site:To purchase real state/real property, perform rehabs where necessary, lease the properties, collect rents, distribute income as dividends to shareholders.Rad Diversified realizes revenues from rents and interest on certain investments, as well as capital gains from increases in the value of its real estate portfolio.They are a REIT so they have to distribute 90% of their taxable income per year (which of course could be zero due to depreciation).  

Use the actual NOI, not the pro-forma b/c that is how the property is ACTUALLY performing.

Please don't pay any kind of money, especially that amount for some kind of Instagram influencer.

These risks include, but are not limited to, lack of liquidity, limited transferability, conflicts of interest and real estate fluctuations based upon a number of factors, which may include changes in interest rates, laws, operating expenses, insurance costs and tenant turnover.Investors should also understand all fees associated with a particular investment and how those fees could affect the overall performance of the investment.

Many people just ask the rates because that is the probably the only factor they know, so it's important educate them how several factors can also influence the rates.

The lender Bank was being bought by a larger and needed the non-performing loan off of the books made the deal even sweeter. 

A loan commitment letter carries more weight as it confirms lender approval, signaling a stronger ability to close.Addressing Closing Concerns: A commitment letter meaningfully reduces concerns, especially when paired with proof of equity and a track record of performance, even if on smaller deals.What Brokers Look For: Key factors are a reputable lender, clear terms in the commitment, and evidence of funds for equity and reserves.

@Christian Pichardo not a fan of Tom Cruz as he exaggerates everyting about his success to sucker people in:(Let's address several issues:1) Buying on recommendation of "Guru": what guarantees did they give you about performance?

Leveraging the equity from your house hack for future investments, whether in STRs or larger multi-family properties, is a strategic plan, but ensure your initial property performs well before taking on bigger projects like flipping.