I consider myself small potatoes in terms of property management: I just got my first two units in March and I am technically a property manager in that I am managing my properties that I bought; I haven't yet worked with clients or made business arrangements outside of my own interests.

Not a real estate loan meaning no appraisals, no liens against a property, does not show on personal credit, business credit, against any property, etc.

Just because they have some cool letterhead and a "business" doesn't mean they aren't working outta the back of the white van...next to the speakers they sell.I would charge a 25% premium over going LTR rates.

I own and house hack a duplex that abuts a parking lot for a small strip of retail businesses.

And you need more money, if you are not busy at work.

There are plenty of LO's that start in the business part time because it can be hard to start the motion especially when you are working for a brokerage that is 100% commission.

Family business How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

The one thing that I do see on here that would give me pause is that, although I love NC, I absolutely despise doing business in NY.

If you're choosing between such a wide variety of available investments, the most important criteria is choose the type of investment that suits your business goals.

Doesn’t make since to me, with my business plan.