you'd still get to make money in REI, with a secured predictable return, you'd just have to figure out another way down the line to be building equity and getting the tax benefits of ownership.hope this helps! 

I’ve got some viable locations and my initial numbers are promising.

Diversify investments across asset classes and locations to minimize risk.

I am getting ready to close on my first property - it's a duplex located in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago, and I will be renting out the first floor unit and occupying the second floor unit myself.

They can take time with their search and be more selective about a property’s location and condition.

Located in eastern Iowa it isn't a high traffic area.

Steadily does write in California, but it just depends on the exact address, as there are requirements based on the location, how far the home is away from a fire hydrant, etc., things like that. 

Essential concepts for Seller financing comprise of an initial payment, interest percentage, loan duration, monthly installments, security, and early repayment charges.

You get an estoppel from the landlord and the tenant saying this is the rent, this is the security deposit, etc etc.

I’m not really a “people person.”A PM can definitely pay for themselves just in higher rents, late fees, collection of damages beyond security deposits, and reduced vacancy.