You can also just punch in "SEC Attorney" into the search window and check out a few people's past endorsements to zero in on someone that fits your ticket.

Last thing I want to do is just google it and pick some random company.  

@Jay HinrichsI only do notes in the US and i buy MFR in Montreal, and no i never looked into Portfolio interest...i just googled it; i'm not sure if i'm reading this right, but is it a tax exemption on interest income received for foreign investors????

Thank you for the input, I am actually doing an owner occupant loan so I would be leaving california for much more affordable markets for my first property.I will check out those articles!

There are ROBS strategies that you can google to help educate your self  and see if meets your goals. 

Check out everything; inspect septic tanks and electrical installation as well as past liens, taxes and permits.

Numbers check out, but a lot of the success will be dependent on the on-the-ground property manager.

Check out the neighborhood before you buy.

Checkout the podcast with Michael Swan I would do exactly what he did, but that’s just good for my goals, not necessarily yours!

I’d also Google “commerical mortgages” if you’re looking at 5+ units in your target multifamily.