Look at the lenders ability to perform and act honestly.

Early closure penality or ability to refinance?

A desire and ability to share their knowledge4.

This costs money, and you are paying for the ability to have a unit turned at any time. 

The downside though is your ability to recycle your money with a turn-key property is limited.

Here's a map comparing income tax rates by state.Rent control: Never invest in any city that imposes significant limits on your ability to manage your own properties.

This means that the bottom side of the home isn’t shielded from the elements.

I believe it would be irresponsible to remove Lane's ability to post to the forums, as that would remove his ability to defend himself.

As long as you are always realistic about the collateral value and the borrowers ability to execute the business plan, you can't go wrong. 

It allows a substantial portion of the asset's cost to be deducted in the first year of service.In 2023, the bonus depreciation rate is 80%.In 2024, it decreases to 60%.In 2025, the rate further reduces to 40%.COST SEGREGATION:Cost segregation involves dividing a property into its individual components for tax purposes.Some parts age faster, like carpets or paint.Your CPA can use this info to more accurately depreciate elements of your property leading to potential tax savings.BASIS:Your basis is the initial price that you paid for your property, including any expenses or improvements.Knowing your basis is crucial for tax purposes, as it's used to evaluate depreciation & determine the capital gains or losses if/when your property sells.LAND VALUE:This is how much your land is worth without any buildings or improvements.Land doesn't get old like buildings, so you can't depreciate it.