Getting a good credit family member is your next best bet

I rate this is my best bet in getting finance, and possibly some guidance on whether the deal is good or not, considering an experienced lender in RE won't finance a deal that looks dodgy.Why do you say I need a LLC to close with a HML?

Yes – and Here’s HowWhen it comes to investing in a mortgage, the down payment is key in making your investment a reality and proving to lenders that you’re a safe bet.

That certainly seems the 'safer (potential liability and risk) bet,' starting out... but I'd also like to see 50%+ placement, vs. 25% (as these people generally want, to OWN!)

Ask them what they would charge, for a couple hundred it may be worth it for them to make up the lease. 8) Any other advises that I didn't mentioned here, but should to know.Your best bet is to read lots of forums and look up the podcast episodes that pertain to student rentals.

If she hasn't given you the deposit back in a timely manner, as per your state law, then I bet you can google her and find out where she lives in some way.

There are a lot of note buyers on this site that are quite active if you put this question in the right spot I bet you get all your answer done for you.

People were buying houses despite the negative cashflow betting that they'd sell eventually and make a ton of money on the appreciation regardless of the short term cash loss.  

@Remus Phillips Your best bet is to shop around at local (or at least regional) banks.

It's my turn to give him a smirk and ask when he'll pay off the bet.