I have been investing mainly in trust deeds but like you got connected with Dave and just recently ended up investing in his fund, my primary reason was for diversification and because it is passive. 

Each lender will be willing to provide a ballpark rate quote with some simple info such as FICO score, property type, location, term, and desired LTV.

These reviews typically highlight:✔️Location✔️ Cleanliness✔️ Host communicationNice to have, but not enough to differentiate your property in a competitive market.A Raving Review Markets It goes beyond the basics and helps future guests see the one-of-a-kind experience that only your rental provides. 

Another month, another solid report on the housing data, provided by Altos Research.

This week, two critical economic reports—the CPI inflation report (Tuesday, February 13) and Initial Jobless Claims (Thursday, February 15)—will provide new insights into whether the Fed will stay on its current path or begin signaling rate cuts.Real estate investors looking to finance new deals, refinance existing loans, or time their next acquisition should closely monitor how these reports shape market expectations for the Fed’s next move.Current Market ConditionsMortgage rates have remained stubbornly high due to persistent inflation and a strong labor market.

If you have access to someone who is ready to trust you with their asset, do right by the owner and go for it!

Quote from @Dave Allen: Quote from @Zeke Liston: Quote from @Dave Allen: I'm in a bit of a situationMy wife and her parents are selling a duplex they own together.My wife is trusting me to re invest into cash positive investments.We could stand to take as much as a quarter million, and tax free since we lived in the property 2 of the last 5 years.What are some suggestions for markets that would provide cashflow?

Could you provide guidance on how to navigate this situation from both a tax and mortgage perspective so I won't have issues getting my next property?

Thanks for sharing and providing awareness!

I've used them for setting up real estate Trusts, but that's about it.