I'm assuming the rates connected to Hard Money will be quite high, which could be fine if it was temporary.

Objective data floats my boat, not emotional appeals about what a nice guy you are.

If you think there's something in the future that would negatively affect rentals (i.e. eviction moratorium extended, new rental laws, different President, housing market crash, etc.) then look for deals that can withstand that temporary setback.If you purchase appropriately, rentals should be able to easily handle a downturn.

Rarity is the amount of emotion that people get when they see your post.

We're less likely to make emotional decisions- which is ESSENTIAL in REI.

Sec. 1.469-5T(f)(2)(ii)(A), Temporary Income Tax Regs., supra.

I’m going to listen to your advice for sure and allow the numbers to talk, no sense in letting emotions cloud my judgement. thank you very much for the advice! 

., the theory is that Banks are not emotionally invested in their portfolios, only their bottom line (that they're owed per property).  

For wind, it tends to be more of an issue when vines are young/training and it could break new cordons, it depends on trellis style but you may have to use temporary catch wires, taller shelters, or more ties.

Enforce late fees.10) never act on emotion.