Leverage is the key - however I would NOT secure against any property I wasn't willing to lose with an adjustable rate loan for the next 4 years at least.

Is it appropriate for me to ask for detailed information on his end so I can be assured of his financial security?

Your market may vary, but unless you have at least 12 units and the ability to install in a secure location, I would not buy machines.

Inspect the property to make sure none of the tenants are operating a business, daycare, beauty shop, auto repair, MARIJUANA GROWING or others.Make sure that you are credited at closing for the amount of ALL SECURITY DEPOSITS.

A solid core door represents today’s modern standards with a keyed lock set for security, so I will add that factor in too.

I work for a security agency located in Dallas the company specializes in providing security for apartment complexes and small businesses throughout the state of Texas.

I have come up w/ some possible options:1) Option the property from the bank (probably very difficult to do) but if I can get an Option how can I secure myself from the Investment Group or the Bank going around me?

I have come up w/ some possible options:1) Option the property from the bank (probably very difficult to do) but if I can get an Option how can I secure myself from the Investment Group or the Bank going around me?

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