So they’re safely protected.So if for any reason any of these deals didn’t go right, the lender has instant control of the assets.I've been to several different banks now & haven't been successfully able to acquire the necessary funding.I've arranged an ABL with a factoring company, however, it requires a bit of creative leverage to finance the entire deal through an ABL. 

I also live in FL, and was contemplating on getting my RE license.

Clears both your names from a mortgage, and properly and legally structures the business arrangement between you both.  

After using the Google Machine, it sounds like there could still be tax implications upon the future sale depending on when the Leaseback arrangement was signed and dated.

This is very common, but preferred equity arrangements will probably attract more investors in many situations.  

This does not have to be an exclusive arrangement but the investors I wish to work with are serious and committed to finding the properties and willing to work with me for whatever it takes. 

@Darron Stewart, that goes without saying.Based on your above post I need to arrange a similar breakfast trip for you in Hattiesburg. 

I'm contemplating getting an answering service as well.

BTW- anyone contemplating filing a bankruptcy should not do any transfers until they talk to their lawyer.

In order to make that happen I had to arrange to replace the furnace and all the plumbing.