I have done a limited number of deals in other states (while living there), but would like to gain a greater understanding of my current market. 

@Adam A. actually I did understand your question.

I take your advice very well and i understand i can learn from all.

The bigger picture would be for me to understand my community more and possibly influence it somehow.

Hey Marc, not sure I understand the question.

I have a hard time selling it , and it sits on the Market for months on end, and I end up eating the Bill.I understand that I can Rent it out , but I'm using Private $ , so the Backer will of course won't their$ back + the $ we agree upon once it sells.But if I can't sell it , then i'm stuckAny and all insight , tips and advice is much appreciated

@Jay Hinrichs,Really, you think the current disclosures are hard to understand? 

I haven't used it, myself, but I understand that you have to advertise frequently or the ad gets buried.Best of luck!

They're safe, easy to understand, and not reliant on external economic factors. 

At this point, the $250/month isn't going to help or hurt me, so I feel that it is better used this way.I do understand the risk involved with the Owner, however, he is an attorney also and a long standing client of mine, so there is a good level of trust between us.