I did not want to simply rely on one source so I figured there are people here that would be up-to-date if such a manner was so as well. 

So the problem is you wont be able to source the down payment as coming from the seller (most likely), but you can certainly add as many junior lienholders as you like, after the fact.

You also need a good source to acquire the properties at a discount. 

Given the expected appreciation, what is your expected total return if you hold it over the next 5 years.Can you cover the large negative cash flow, turnover costs and maintenance from other sources?

Quote from @Sri Reddy: I am a newbie to real estate investing and looking for guidance from the teams here to understand the sources from where we can find any small retail spaces to buy.

I recommend researching the average appreciation over the past 10 years in your target area to get a clearer picture.As you know, in real estate, ROI comes from multiple sources: Home Appreciation:  Reno Appreciation: Value added through renovations or improvements (usually just in the first year).

They do not want to reveal the money trail (true source of funds).

I'm particularly interested in what tactics people have implemented for sourcing quality deals (not the I need 100% financing bs)Would you:1.

Updating Failed/troubled projects stastistics with some more info from community and public sources:1.

Hi @Nicholas L.We are sourcing our deals through a combination of resources.