The funds may feel safe, but they are likely not as safe as doing your own work.My fictional, perfect fund would have characteristics like the following: - Double digit simple interest yield.- Uses no or very, very little fund leverage (LOC for less than 20% of fund equity)- Lends in one specific location/region that fund managers have deep operational experience in and which has speedy foreclosure laws. - Multiple unrelated fund mangers with deep experience (so one can't get hit by a bus)- Lends at conservative LTVs, stage-gates release of funds based on project milestones.- All loans are in first position, with senior rights.- Lends only to experienced borrowers- Has good liquidity - 1 year lockup or lessThe problem is that no fund meets all of these criteria.

This might be a little weird but I came across the post because I'm looking for information about REIReply.REIReply is a real estate marketing system built on Go High Level's white-label plan.And I use and love GHL because it's more than just a CRM BUT it's not specifically built for real estate investors.That's where a company like REIReply might come in.You see, several digital marketing companies use GHL to run their businesses and many of them, my company included, have developed powerful follow-up systems.However, the problem is that GHL is only as good as the templates, campaigns, etc that are built within the system.While I have almost 20 years of digital marketing experience and can build effective and powerful campaigns for me and my clients, I don't have nearly as much experience in real estate.Ergo, I'm considering REIReply.If they are as good with real estate marketing as I am with my company's marketing, they have a killer deal.

I know dozens that live overseas and all across America, including me and do all their business in the Midwest Double digit net caps are the norm.

If my plan were to continue with OOS properties, I'm sure I'd keep searching here or just go through OCF...but I made the decision to stick with my local area and a few overseas locations.It's also important to be realistic about what kind of return you will be getting with a TK investment....Anything in double-digits is unrealistic for any TK, IMO. 4-6% return is more realistic. 

I, too, aim to be as accommodating to residents as possible.However...For my own liability protection and personal sanity, I'll only schedule our group viewings for when the resident can be physically present.For one thing, I'm a digital nomad (currently living in Colombia), so I'm likely never going to be conducting their viewing myself.But mostly, I don't want a resident claiming that some priceless heirloom went missing or got damaged after holding a showing in their absence.We'll pick a convenient time, typically 1 hour on a Saturday afternoon, and set appointments for up to 6 pre-screened buyers to take a look.

The primary challenges would be about the safety of settlement transfer for a physical currency transfer (like gold) and the specificity of timing and valuation of transfer in digital assets. 

Physical or digital?

Technological advancements are reshaping the real estate industry for investors in various ways:Data Analytics: Advanced tools offer insights into market trends and investment opportunities, aiding informed decision-making and risk assessment.Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR): Remote property exploration with virtual tours saves time and resources, attracting potential buyers or tenants and expediting transactions.Blockchain: Secure transactions via smart contracts reduce intermediaries, costs, and fraud risks in property dealings.Online Platforms and Marketplaces: Digital platforms broaden access to properties, investment options, and real-time market data, enhancing efficiency and transparency.Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI algorithms predict market trends, identify investment opportunities, and personalize recommendations based on investor preferences.Internet of Things (IoT): IoT devices provide real-time data on property performance, enabling cost reduction, efficiency improvements, and better tenant satisfaction.Crowdfunding Platforms: Real estate crowdfunding democratizes investment access, allowing smaller investors to participate in projects previously out of reach.In summary, embracing these innovations enhances efficiency, transparency, and accessibility in real estate investment, enabling investors to capitalize on emerging opportunities and stay competitive in the market.Thanks!

Hi Bubba, Transitioning to online-first marketing is crucial in today's digital age.

Protecting one's digital reputation is important.