There’s only a few possible results and most of them a positive. 

I always make sure that the properties are cash flow positive, but the large bulk of the money I make from them is from the other items (appreciation, debt paydown, tax benefits, etc). 

I see the benefits in it, but not at my current position, I have lots of losses currently and do not need that benefit right now.

Strategic negotiations secured the property at $170,000, positioning us for a quick and lucrative resale in a thriving market.

KY still in general is well positioned IMO.

I guess my problem with being too up front about seeing their place is that I don't feel like I'm in a position of power right now to decline people since it's hard enough to find people that I want to even get to that point in the application process in the first place, but I have to snap out of that mindset and have to instead come from a place where I make them believe that I have a lot of other applicants and that it's my standard policy and it's something they'll have to go through if they want my place.....ESPECIALLY if I decide to only take 1st & security from them rather than 1st/last/security.Thanks again!

If you operate as a separate business entity - S-corp, C-corp or a partnership - you may be required to have formal compensation for yourself: either a W-2 salary or so-called guaranteed payments.

Try being positive, it puts a smile on people's faces.I just joined the Mercedes forum too.

I also have two buy-and-hold rental properties and am passionate about exploring unique financing opportunities.Recently, I used a VA loan assumption to purchase an investment property at a 3.3% interest rate, which was instantly cash flow positive. 

@Lilia Very refreshing to see such a positive attitude and ability to bounce back, I am sure you will succeed in your investing journey