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Here’s how: Go Direct to Sellers – The best deals aren’t on the MLS.

I was thinking maybe Houston because my boyfriend lives there and I’m there a good portion of the year as is, but I’m open to any good market.

@Bruce WoodruffYou may be best served by advertising it as a direct listing and explaining the unique charms.

We're starting to see more HELOCs and 2nd mortgages on investment properties nowadays.We deal with pretty much only real estate, investors and self-employed borrowers.send me a direct message and I'll get you a little bit more information.

Do what's best for your family members and point them in the direction of the best representation. 

Understand what you are investing in....is it a secured loan, unsecured loan, membership interest in an entity that deploys capital like a feeder fund or direct membership interest in an entity that is the deed holder? 

More like a 101 of taxation: you had a reserve of losses -> it helps when you have profits.And a tax geek addendum:I also do not see a direct link to cost segregation benefits here.

But as long as its not directly in the flight path, it will be okay. 

@Chris Szepessy Thank you Chris - would love to chat a bit about the market direction in the area !