You should also explore options relating to the Florida Homestead exemption: http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?

Firstly, I want to apologize if I am not posting a unique discussion and this overlaps with a thread that I have not yet seen.

As we are exploring properties, we are asked for proof of funds.  

Combine this with all of the other great approaches to real estate here on Bigger Pockets.Just got off the phone with a homeowner in Oakland that was exploring two options to finance $14k in home improvements. $14k subordinate lien @ 8%.Cash out refinance to pay for the $14k.

I want to explore the development opportunity but going in circles trying to figure out how to get started, or should we just sell and take the cash and put into something already established. 

This site is amazing, looking forward to exploring around.

., The first thing that I would do is explore the inheritance question.

We are exploring the idea of using such a platform with a Reg D 506c offering to advertise and scale our business.I've been researching Fund America, CrowdStreet, InvestorFlow, Wealth Forge and a few more.Any recommendations or experiences with these platforms?

You may start off exploring the "Education" tab up there.See you around ..

We ask the tenants to inform us of any problems that may arise, but take responsibility ourselves to do periodic inspections of the property.You may want to explore the aspects of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).