For a more passive approach but still with potential tax benefits of long term ownership I would probably invest in an outstanding sponsor's syndication or NNN commercial leases.However, if the only capital I had was borrowed from my home, I would address that issue. 

For example, how is the structure designed if only one person is signing off on the loan?

Any advice on how to approach the board?

The quick version. I own, no lien, an older 40’ yacht. I have spent a good amount of money fixing everything as all boat owners know. Now, I am not using it and either have to S or get off the pot. Boat and job ar...

Dirt in AZ is still fairly cheap and available, with that will be the expansion.Last week a new freeway loop design was announced in the area we are discussing!!

On our own projects, we always make our own assessments of rental rates, and there are numerous resources for this data once you know where to look.You need to determine the business plan, i.e. duplexes vs. larger project, then have an architect layout the design on your chosen path, then run a set of number (proforma) to determine feasibility.

I thought about approaching the seller about writing me a check for $100k after the initial closing and doing a second mortgage type arrangement.

I never thought about that or took that approach. 

I don't like to use parts of the existing one, particularly in cases where refrigerants have changed.There will be people that are able to get things done for less money, but the high efficiency and reliability that we get makes this approach work for us.

I was approached by a realtor/broker/developer to do a larger storage project.