It's nice to hear differing opinions as I figure out what I want to do. 

Asking questions is like getting a doctors opinion, it depends on who you ask.

And some platforms have more of a reputation for this than others.In my opinion the first thing to start with is at the platform level (or fund level if you're like me and prefer them to the platforms), and look at the uncured default rate.

A better method than using percentages in my opinion would be to total up everything you think the property will need to have replaced during your hold period for example 1 roof, 2 water heaters, 2 floors, 2 furnaces etc., 1 driveway, 1 porch, 20 windows... whatever Capex you anticipate doing while you own it, and total that up then divide the number by the number of months you plan to hold and use that as your Capex allocation instead of a percentage of rent.

It would in my opinion be considered an up and coming area.

Javier Rancier, Real Estate Agent and AppraiserPMI Realty Thanks for giving your opinion on the topic, i could not agree more.

A better way in my opinion is a promissory note secured by the property and title transferred to you.

Again, check with your attorney or title company.Disclaimer:  I am a licensed real estate broker, not an attorney, and I am only giving my personal opinion as to my personal experience with trusts--this is NOT legal advice.

Others with hard data may chime in with real examples to refute my opinion.

Your advice is priceless in my opinion!