Here are two articles which sum up better and in more detail anything I could write on the subject:The Risks and Benefits of Triple Net (NNN) Propertieshttp://www.creonline.com/risks-and-benefits-of-triple-net-properties.htmlTriple Net Leases: Pro's and Con'shttp://www.berkeleyinvestment.com/Newsletters/Newsletter%20March03.pdfAlso, here are some brokerage companies that specialize in the sale of NNN lease investments to give you an idea of what's out there:http://calkain.com/http://www.stanjohnsonco.com/http://www.colliersnnn.com/Lastly, Net Lease Advisor (which is associated with Calkain) is a great resource for credit information on the retail net lease market.

You could probably just save an electronic copy somewhere.

When this house was built most people didn't have cars and there were no electronics, and probably few phones. 

I just found this website via a newsletter.

Doesn't matter whether they are across the street, or in another state - electronic payments beat checks in many ways.

Nicole,Definitely save those receipts, as well as any electronic copies that have been sent to you.Unless you have a business setup, I don't believe you can deduct mileage for showing the property; but I'm not 100% on that.My suggestion would be to get a good accountant/CPA to provide you guidence on you personal tax information.

Josh, no need to worry, publications, news letters, internet sites, etc. that are not providing specific indivdual advice are exempt.

Many retiring investors, and there are commonly private sale ads in their newsletter. 

Also look for local newsletter/blogs to get a feel for the level of tenant advocacy/activity in the area.

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