At the time we received an offer from a reputable short term drug and alcohol rehab facility who operates out of SFHs in LA to rent the entire property at above market rates.

@Tristan Kelly tenant performance and damage is what you want to watch, along with squatters & theft of mechanicals.Update us in 6 months:)

It is a very long term investment but would sell for insane profits C.

Fast Turnaround: Unlike long-term rentals, you can cash out quickly and reinvest.

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NO equity no bueno.. long term rentals NO good either. 

While none of us will be getting our money back he can live well selling off the remaining assets as long as they don't shut him down.

Commercial lease agreement, long term (5+ years).

Quote from @Emily Gowen: I only recommend investors sell when they can move the money to a better-performing investment or when the sale moves them closer to a specific goal.

Strong agreements that protect your position in the deal, and recording a Memorandum of Option with the county will go a long way to protecting your interest.