Will: You're a smart guy, and probably have good reasons for doing things the way you do, but, I'm wondering why you don't close with yourself as bene then assign beneficial interest in the trust after closing in exchange for the wholesale fee...similar to selling interest in an entity, thereby sidestepping all the theoretical complications.

On the other hand, a call could result in a "knock-and-talk" which results in them opening the door and something is found in plain view; if they're smart they'll just ignore the cops till they go away.Additionally, drugs = guns, gangs, and other crimes, which is why SWAT may or may not be utilized to serve a warrant on this type of activity.

The hard money first then refinance after renovation is pretty smart.

"That is so smart", etc.

It would be smart to have a nother house on standby so that you can give another offer.

There's lots of great inventory out there, it's more of knowing the city and the different neighborhoods to invest smartly. 

The key is being smart enough to know that you may need help from experts in each area to achieve success. 

I think it can be smart to rent in CA right now & get a return on your cash somewhere else instead of locking it up in home equity.    

I just really wanted to say that this is so cool, so amazing how you all just jump in there and answer Abigail's questions... not judging, not making smart remarks, just really sowing into her, amazing I love it!

I've already conceded that I will not find something as great; however, what I'd like to do is smartly leverage the equity I've built and investing in "what I can afford" by traditional lending standards doesn't seem like a good use of the money.