Now, we have not only a lot of uncertainty in the housing environment, we have rapidly changing conditions. 

Take your money out now as any syndication that projects 18% in today's environment is going to be very disappointing. 

To achieve cash flow in this high interest rate environment, it will take finding/making a great deal or putting more money down.

As a new real estate professional it was imperative to me to be able to learn from successful people as well as be in an environment that breeds success.

In this RE environment, I think you are as likely to lose the money as make a good return.   

On the flip side, my “brother,” and business partner, Rob, is the “Daredevil” This means he thrive in high-energy environments, embrace risks, and is relentlessly driven to achieve bold goals.

Hey Nelish, Rates are similar as prime rates are a bit higher, we are in an environment of higher interest rates then a few years back.

Yes, in this challenging real estate environment.

These regulations dictate the impact of a property on the environment and can have significant implications for property owners and investors.Environmental regulations can include requirements for the management of hazardous materials, restrictions on the use of certain types of land, and requirements for the protection of natural resources.

Therefore, I tend to make much more conservative decisions with saved money than I do with borrowed money.Also,  an inflationary environment is favorable to a debt based economy.