First two deals were cash, we were running business out of the locations and had the opprotunity to buy.. no brainer :)

I'm sure there's other stuff you'll want to factor in - what businesses are moving to and from each areas. 

Just tap into what talents you do have and offer that in exchange for shadowing and learning about the business. 

I typically don't comment on other's businesses unless I know from personal experience.

A lot of family businesses cannot stay in business upon parent death due to no longer getting the prop 13 property tax discount.  

Phoenix contains a rare combination of elements that have created an outstanding market for distressed property investments, including the following:Cost Savings: Distressed properties are sold below their market value and enable investors to take hold of properties at a trifle compared to traditionally listed properties.Strong Market Fundamentals: Being among the fastest-growing cities in the country, Phoenix ensures a high demand in housing and rentals, hence good potential for resale or income from rentals.Value Creation Opportunities: Most distressed properties need renovations; thus, such situations present opportunities for investors to increase equity by adding value.Population and Economic Growth: Phoenix remains among those cities in the country which are attracting more and more residents and business; therefore, this presents good, long-term appreciation possibilities of property appreciation and income creation.Challenges to ConsiderWhile the rewards can be great, distressed property investment is not without its challenges.

My buddy and I have been finding wholesale deals and are in the process of starting a new wholesaling business.

For example, $50,000 loan at 10% paid out evenly over 10 years.Like I said, super new to this part of the business, so trying to wrap my head (and spreadsheets) around it.

Hey everyone,I'm looking to get started in the short-term rental business and could really use some advice.

Would your STR business even exist without Airbnb?