As for gentrification that is a natural process that is a benefit not a negative.If you want to create affordable housing join or contribute to a charity organization don't start a business.

The credit card pulls will pull down your scores.Wow that is a major benefit of having a broker.are consumers able to do that by law?

I have a small team that I have been training these past few months to help each other gain knowledge on how to talk to homeowners etc.

While I think having a mentor is huge, being part of a mastermind will keep you focused and accountable for the daily task that need to be done in order to be successful, while gaining the experience of others in a close knit group. 

Once you sell on terms I don't think you can 1031 you just sold on contract and will pay long term cap gains.

That was always something that intrigued me. 20% down necessary on something like that..or if it’s a short flip can you put lower down in hopes of gaining much more back? 

The benefits for tenants is often out balanced by the disadvantages for the owner.

I am purchasing a home and the seller wants seller financing to defer the capital gains tax.

BP is great for gaining education and connecting with others.

Also buying property inside of retirement account eliminates any tax savings (depreciation mainly, but others) you normally benefit from.