@Jeremy DuganYou're looking at this deal the right way—structuring it so everyone wins—but the way you present it to the seller will determine whether you walk away with a great opportunity or gain negotiation experience with a conversation that goes nowhere.Here’s what I would do to own this negotiation:First, control the frame.

This factoring includes the presence of competent contractors who can limit unforeseen surprises and costs.Myth 2: They're Too Risky to Invest InThere is risk in any investment; however, distressed properties are not inherently riskier than any other real estate investment.

I've learned a lot over my time investing in small towns and have found some great opportunities but just like any other niche market you better learn what you're dealing with or you'll get burnt.

Unfortunately, from a STR prospective it seems like there is less opportunity based on supply/demand and current home prices in the immediate area.

If you want to acquire more real estate I suggest more savings or sell the other property with equity. 

The 80/20 rule applies to most things in life but in Portland real estate it’s more like the 90/10 rule...10% of the agents do 90% of the work.

The only real advantage to using an FHA loan is to offer only 3.5% down payment, which in my opinion is barely justified as an advantage. 

Hello everyone,My name is Shawn Questa, and I am an Architectural Designer and Real Estate Investor. 

Don't change jobs or income yet.Once you do and you think you can manage the payments based on your new income, maybe once you get the rooms rented.Then if you want to switch there are plenty of opportunities. 

Its a slow learning process if you havent been in the lending, investing or real estate world before.