Are they putting down money as a down payment and do they have a primary residence they realize they could also lose if they do not pay you (depends on state). 

Most realize the details during tax planning with their CPA.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

So, they didn't realize they essentially purchased land that is completely worthless beyond just serving as a green space. 

@Matthew Bruce I realize this was a few years ago, but I happen to come across your post and I cannot believe how negative some people are. 

I realize that this is likely specific to Proper insurance as most insurance plans don't even offer commercial coverage. 

Great job, it must feel nice realizing the properties full potential.

The disparity is even more alarming in Worcester, where median income has grown by 19.7 percent, while mortgage payments have surged a staggering 82.9 percent.It’s no surprise that home prices in Worcester have risen, but I didn’t realize the jump was so dramatic.What I’m seeing on the ground is that many of the buyers for multifamily homes (multis) in Worcester are coming from the east—places like Greater Boston.

Good question Johnathan, realizing now I did not provide much context.

Agents are really starting to realize the "wholesaling sceme" and are not happy with what happening.

I realize the LLC is for liability protection but my goal is to retire early and I want to phase into REI being my primary source of income.