At the Best Ever Conference last week, Neal Bawa stated that if the fed raises in June, we are all screwed. 

I had a conference call with a group yesterday about CA, NV, and AZ.

And, yes, you might buy a note with every intention of foreclosing.At our last big REIA conference (Dan was there!)

If either party would really not be able to complete the transaction on its own, there is risk this could be viewed as a benefit conferred by the other party and therefore a prohibited transaction.Benefit would also include one party having access to the other parties funds for their own benefit.

Yes, some smaller funds can let you in on the 35 (ish, can't remember exact number) sophisticated investors  exemption.You can most likely meet some funds like these at conferences and networking events.

I live in NY and am moving to Florida because long term prospects for NY are bleak due to taxes, no job growth and lack of leadership in office. 

You want to be present or on the conference call at the time the offer is made and LISTEN CAREFULLY and PROBE BOLDLY AND STRATEGICALLY.

I just held a conference call on this subject and the recording is on my blog.

I did meet Fiquan at a RE conference in Chicago a year or so ago. 

If I dont know the answer I can definitely point you in the right direction.Also, if you want to meet face-to-face for a quick talk I will be in Miami for a YouTube creator conference for 3 days next month.