I would, of course, have to pay interest until I used the money, but this would be much more dependable source of funds should things go south in the economy, because, should the economy suffer significant damage, it would be possible that the banks would pull back as well to manage risk, and would prevent me from drawing funds from my line of credit, right when I need them. 

Jack the rents to market, suffer what ever turn over shakes out and find good tenants that can afford market.

No doubt the defaults piss me off, as you see even the A class "safer" loans suffering from defaults.  

Where in the hell is Yuba Suffer in California?  

Look for chimneys with copper flashing; the areas directly below the flashing will be free of any algae stains.The strips also work on roofs suffering from moss buildup.

However, I have a nagging fear that the USA may suffer a major financial collapse, currency crisis, major war, or other catastrophe that could prove to be a challenging environment for anyone who is highly leveraged to survive financially.

This will be available for men specifically as they have been called to lead in the household and families are suffering at growing rates due to their lack of leadership.I am not necessarily interested in providing medical care, at least at first, because of the risk.

@Sophia ZhangHi everyoneI’m in Australia and investing here.We were suffering with the decision in where to invest next and just didn’t make sense to keep investing here.Yes, equity can be strong but it definitely depends on where you buy.

I am also looking to acquire my first deal.My first question:Are markets that suffer from an inventory shortage typically much harder to find deals for buy and hold investing?

My parents have been through many problems in the past several years - from a kidney transplant, to heart attack, and more, my folks have always paid their rent on time, but their other bills have suffered.