We lend in many areas of Southern California under the $200k mark and flippers do well if they:1) really understand the area including their competition and the mix if inventory.

Example the mix of tenants with national versus mom and pop, area quality, demographics, etc. will make a huge difference.It's not just banks making these loans.

Hi @Brie SchmidtYou mentioned that i should look into partnering with developers to go up 7 stories for my fathers mixed use development in West Rogers Park ChicagoDo you recommend anyone i can talk to to find a development/investing company that is interested in taking on this large Commercial real estate  project?

I have been reading mixed reviews so I'm a little confused but I do want to build a rental portfolio and figured this be one of several ways to achieve that.

The information that I gather on the website is mix reviews So I need a advise from investor who live or invest in that area. 1.

I think as long as you mix the lower cogs flooring with upper end elements people will not assume its a "cheap vinyl flooring."

And finding a mix of cash flow and appreciation involves a lot of patience and work.

Many here agree that rental properties provide the right mix of income, income growth, and hedge against inflation.What kind of properties do like best? 

Researching the internet is a mixed bag about laminate wood flooring for kitchens and baths.

I always thought in my head that my house was personal and should never be mixed with business.