I guess I'd probably study an out of state market very thoroughly as well as my own region, and then wait for the right deal to come along to dictate my first move.

The success of this business will dictate how much longer we'll live in our city.

Nothing illegal about it at all...you can own as many properties on the street as you want and dictate the price (if the market will pay it).

Your interest rate will dictate that decision.

The community dictates what style of garage door you have to have and it was special order so the sale process took a bit longer than normal so we could get that new door on for the buyer before closing.

(The interest ratein the note to you is dictated by the IRS to be a fair and arm’s length or competitive rate, i.e., 6% to 8%.)  

If the business folds, finds another great location, etc. and they decide to leave or circumstances dictate they need to walk away...you won't be left out in the cold.

Of course, the location of the property would dictate the design style, as well as the amenities available.  

But you pay the price for their economies of scale and steep learning curve.The other side of that coin of course is the national intermediary where you get the best price and overall company competency because of economies of scale but your experience will be dictated by the quality of the sales rep assigned to you.You're best bet is going to be the firm that is large enough to give you national economies of scale and yet structured so your experience and interface is directly with senior consultants with significant experience.  

Brokers who are Realtors can dictate what contracts to use and E&O insurance companies generally prefer the standard contracts be used.