So unlike markets like 30A and the like where prices have remained rather steady despite the returns being extremely poor at current home prices, I think we've probably already hit the bottom (or at least near it) on home values.

We have written agreements with both and our attorney reviewed both and we know we have an extremely good case in both cases.

Now that I'm a more experienced designer in real estate, I would love to customize my kitchen more with different materials, unique tile, and more unique pulls/knobs but having a large, clean kitchen was extremely appealing to me as a first-time buyer 4 years ago.

They just passed some extreme anti landlord laws.

I have a rental in a C area that does extremely well and others in A locations that are slow.

for sure this is as the state says in their article extremely sophisticated and thought out scam.

Yes @Tj Hines I'm extremely clear on the need to have an additional role which is why I included "I understand my role should include more than raising the initial equity investment and continue throughout the holding period and disposition" before asking my questions.

I am new, like pre-school new, to real estate investing and am confused about where to even start.  I have looked at several courses and they all want my investment $ to teach me how to invest.  Ummmm.  So for now I a...

Real estate has so many tax benefits and credits available, that I always tell people it's crucial to have a CPA that's extremely knowledgeable in this area.

You should also ask if they do cost segregation analyses, as that might be extremely helpful in reducing your income tax liability.You could pay a CPA to prepare your tax return for this first year and learn as much as possible from them.