Not to sure how that works, do I just invest in part of the 100 unit complex and get some returns with my small deposit?

With that being said, if the home is truly worth 800k, then you should access that capital and deploy it on other high quality investments that will give you a great return.

I'm evaluating a RealtyShares.com common equity investment offering for Twin River Commons in Binghampton, NY with target return 14%. 

Even ignoring the 'theft' risks, you have gift tax return exposure (and use of lifetime exemption), transfer taxes, no basis step up involved with gifting the property back and forth, probate risks if the 'buddy' passes away and didn't update their will for the property. 

-The wording at the end, "security deposit to be returned after lease within 21 days"...

Which option gives you the highest return?

It’s like the best friends fighting in middle school for a girl, but then the next day makeup and have lunch together in the cafeteria.

ROI on paying a mortgage down, after you spend 5 hours in spreadsheets to "prove" this to yourself, will be exactly equal to the interest rate (assuming no PMI).How does your interest rate compare to the returns you could get putting the money to work for you elsewhere?

To qualify for the 550 you will need the following; Purchase price has to be at least 50k total loan amount has to be at least 100k.Rehab cost can't exceed the purchase price Credit score at least 550, tax returns not required, all other docs are required.The 600 program Purchase price at least 20k rehab cost at least 10k Credit at least 600 with 3 tradelines and all required docs tax returns are not required All programs require at least 15k liquid asset to be shown in bank account prior to applying.

Too me you would lose money.. but you would need to run the numbers and see what your return would be and are you financing it.. is it a cash deal.. etc.. but if numbers don't work don't do it..