Originally posted by David F:...Basically, I would be dishing out 100% of the purchase price for the property while he would take a 50% private mortgage from me at 6% amortized over 25 years. ...Just to get the semantics correct with respect to giving and taking when it comes to mortgages: The borrower GIVES a mortgage, the lender TAKES a mortgage.

With respect to your second point, it's a matter of principle.

See things most people never get to and learn a little discipline and respect along the way....

She says she is telling her visitors to respect the property or leave.

I mailed multiple times, was always respectful and never pushed.

They consider it an honor to work for an American company, and will treat you with respect.

I respect and support your decision.

Yet you act like you're running a charity (and even clients of charities deserve more respect).

Help you define the appropriate business structures, both from a legal protection and from a financial/tax perspective Help you create a tax strategy for your business that will allow you to legally keep as much money as you possibly can Help you make smart decisions with respect to your individual real estate investments Prepare your annual tax returns Recommend other team members (attorney, insurance agent, real estate agent, etc) who can help make your business a success What are your credentials?

I respectfully disagree with Dale.