The market tanked in 2007 and quick.

Joined BP a couple of weeks ago and quickly realized I needed to join the Pro side.

The market is moving rather quickly but nevertheless over the long term there are still good deals.

Research your market, and when you find a screaming deal, act quickly and confidently in it.

Thomas:You have raised a compelling reason for why it would benefit you and your company to raise this institutional fund, but you haven't explained why it would be attractive for the institutional investor.

Thanks for the guidance on building the "vision" for someone else too, I have pretty decent contacts in the architecture/building industry and can probably get some good feedback and estimates too.For multifamily I initially thought about starting with residential as it would be my primary residence; however I am still educating myself on commercial multifamily and it is quite attractive from a financing and market stability perspective.

Laying out an effective tax strategy involves a lot of work at this level, so just be prepared for this to not be quick and easy.I'd start by first having a meeting with your current adviser and ask them to explain their current advice.  

If you are unable to act quickly, you will continue to miss out.I think in your price range, you'll have the most luck (or inventory) in Bloomfield.  

All I need is a letter stating: Ashley is approved to offer cash up to x amount and a quick close on property 123 Main Street.

I think we will go with gas since we will have to live there for at least a year or so, and the tenant we are attracting is a long term, large family or group as this is a 4bed/1.5bath where I imagine they would cook more.