Kevin C- If everything I have is going up in value (on paper) I assure you I know which way my portfolio is moving.

And hoping you can take a look at my situation.I'm considering cost segregation on my portfolio. 

You have a very good opportunity to build a quality portfolio without risk of your capital.Good luck

Hi Nathan -- we're trying to develop a non-bank funding source to grow a rental portfolio, nothing more than that.Why non-banks?

I'd like to add 5 more cash flowing rentals to my portfolio, and then afterwards, purchase a 2nd home beach house.

Assuming that a portfolio lender is okay with the arrangement they may allow you to subordinate your interest in the deal so that your share of the profit sharing comes after they are paid back.

A mixed strategy is best unless you do not want to expand your portfolio.

These degrees of separation will create an "iron veil", and while it is over kill for a portfolio of just a few properties, if you plan to grow to any size, you will be set with the ground work in place.

I am really looking for leverage comments for an overall portfolio and/or business and not for a given project.

However a friend of mine claims he just refied his primary residence (loan around 420k) and the loan originator (not a portfolio lender) paid the closing costs.