This is probably a really really basic question but I have 2 people who are friends, interested in sharing a room. 1 of them will be leaving in a couple of months, but the other one would stay.

So basically if you buy the list put the investment in, or are you using a list broker who will rent the list to you? 

I spoke with an attorney and wow, they want to charge me over $700 to file 2 forms...it looks like one is a new deed. it basically says she is selling (no money) her portion to her and I .

They are far too labour intensive and time consuming to hold for what is basically low returns per door.

The fact they are complaining online might be an indication the property manager dealt with them properly so be sure to ask the manager for their side of the story.I hope this basic guide helps.

My personal formula for critical mass is: My lifestyle overhead (variable for everyone) + 1 SFH deal per month = Critical MassThis basically means, if I can cover all my expenses and planned expenses in life & have the OPTION to buy 1 SFH home per month, I would consider that critical mass for myself.What is your personal formula?

The concepts and challenges of community property are not well understood and result in confusion and planning errors.

So basically there's a 50/50 chance that the price today that seems expensive may actually seem cheap after the next recession. 

I am just starting to learn about syndications and the concept of limited partners with a preferred return.

Your 401k basically becomes the bank.