@Jonah Gunalda you fit the profile of a large segment of the passive investing community--someone who has a good income from something they are really good at, and would like exposure to real estate in their investment portfolio without distracting them from that very vocation that put them in the position to make such an investment in the first place.There probably isn't a "typical" profile of folks who do not and would not invest in syndications. 

I like that "what is easier to put a value on" I didn't think about it that way and given the amount of properties these folks probably do they'd probably take the most convenient route.

Lots of Portland and OR folk here as well. 

Looking to connect with the seasoned folks, mentors, and other like minded folks.  

Many folks feel that a one year hold is sufficient. 

Thanks to you folks David and Yecnim for sharing your stories.

Now after we hired them I am seeing folks say not to.

All said, you will find many folks within these forums that are strong promoters of self-directed IRAs.

Also how do folks feel about Real Estate buyers who aren't investing for maximum Cash-flow, but instead investing for long-term equity, appreciation, and eventual cash-flow?

Also, I have heard success stories of folks finding good contractors at the home improvement stores early in the AM.