That contributes to a downward spiral in market values.

Again as Jeffrey said, make sure they have contributed for a while.

I had a property in South Florida that I got hammered on and ended getting Bank of America to accept a Deed in Lieu on the property for a tidy cash contribution.

I believe I am now ready to actively pursue purchasing my first property, I think the biggest obstacle is going to be figuring out financing.I look forward to learning from the BP community and contributing the lessons I learn along the way in my carreer.Regards,Max

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You'd not only have to replace your spendable income, (after tax, so start with your gross income), but then you'd have to replace your benefits, health insurance, contributions to IRA/401(k), etc.

If the going rent is 700 and he is only paying 625 on a month to month with a 250 deposit you could offer to keep the rent the same as long as he signs a year lease and contributes an additional 250 towards the deposit.

I am new like yourself and looking forward to learning from everyone and hopefully making a contribution as well.

And what's a fair extra % I would receive above our capital contributions for doing most the work.

My first of a long list of principles;You can follow the Boy Scouts Creed, andComply with rules, regulations and lawsDisclose all factors that your client/business partner/customer needs to make a fair and informed decissionProvide value for what you offerMaintain financial records in accordance with GAAPPay all taxes required to be paidMaintain your professional knowledge and understanding of your industry and share knowledge to the extent as to benift the entire industryMake your business a positive contribution to your community.