So, by the nature of NPs, giving more than you take in a way, you will generally find many successful people in your community who are financially secure and don't need to earn a living from these NP missions.

First, you need to find a good securities lawyer.

Any difference could come from the security.

I plan to hold this property. 40k @ 7% and I have 9 years left but have to secure my own financing within the next 4 years.

He is holding 2 months worth of rent for our security deposite.

In addition to getting answers to those questions, I would ask if they can offer you a LOC secured by your current note portfolio.

Until the silly AB284 mess is overcome, the supply is bad.

Ken Latchers - Thanks for the feedback, I really appreciate it- I'm pretty sure I addressed or have thought about your concerns at this point-1) I found a cost effective HSA/high deductible plan which should fit well, 2) Agreed- the lack of recurring, reliable funds is a trade off 3) I will have $50k in cash reserves, plus already have a RE LOC at $50k, credit card max of $30k, and 3 F&C properties just in case, 4) I have already secured the funding to continue growing over the next 18 months at the current rate of 2 properties per quarter.

Not a bad post, but please supply a bit more info...Do you have any net worth?

It's in the hottest zipcode in the city, near the LSU Lakes and campus- an area that doesn't see vacancies because of demand and short supply.