And during that time I also get tax benefits, which you don't get as a pure renter. 

From a pure investment lending perspective if the work environment is not really a burden would you recommend staying with a w2 as long as possible just to allow for a broader borrowing platform?

It is purely personal interest and where you find the deal.

We've done fixers, pure flips (wholesale), sold on lease option, bought subject to the existing financing, probate, bank owned...the whole enchilada. 

Or was it all purely online behind password authentication?  

I may be too cynical, but my first instinct is no one calls me out of the blue to set up a meeting for purely altruistic and/or totally friendly reasons. 

The strategies used for every property have more to do with what you're next entrance strategy is, than a pure "profit vs.

Purely marketing and psychology.The best "silver dagger" is good education, but most are looking for a quick and easy buck so they won't arm themselves to get into this arena.Gurus sell perceptions, the product is a by-product of content that supports the hype and justifies the perception sold.

A sub S is generally better for flipping while most favor an LLC for pure renting. 

From a pure number's perspective, the deal seems great.