You do not put any effort into it, such as doing home repairs, and you get the money due to your financial investment.

My financial journey so far started with Rich Dad poor Dad so I I'm always in for a read by Robert.

This has caused our financial cushion to dwindle and want to be proactive before it is completely gone!  

Discovering BiggerPockets and what is possible outside of a "traditional" career was truly eye-opening.I thought of myself as having a fair degree of financial literacy, but through coming here and then nonstop reading I realized just how much better I could be doing.

But, I could use some experience, strength and hope for getting through this rehab financially, and some airtight Lease & Rent-to-Own forms for the next tenants or buyers. 

I have a question regarding working with real estate agents and protecting deals that are not under contract from being taken by another party. 

Account Closed this goes back to your long term financial goals.

What's the best to protect your investment?

It depends on your appetite and financially where you are in your RE career. 

I have special provisions regarding the nature of the business in the current lease, but am looking for more ideas for protection/usefullness to tenants..