Yet, the reputation of hard money lenders is not very bright.So, it takes a lot of patience and perseverance to stay the course, and not be frustrated by a "shopper", no matter how difficult they are, no matter how many times they go to sign and pull out the last minute.

I've been exploring the pathways of raising capital for new projects, which led me to crowdfunding.

All this to say - be persistent with your research until you get the right answer from a reputable source.

In this business you reputation is paramount.

(Don't get buried with debt that could choke a horse by going to an out of state private school, If your passion is to teach elementary school, there are more economical ways to get your degree to make that happen.) 2) Explore new things to find something you are passionate about. 3) Observe & learn what drives human behavior 4) Learn how to use a Financial Calculator & understand how powerful a tool it is in your financial life. 5) Build & maintain good habits 6) Develop great relationships, surround yourself with trustworthy, hardworking, honest, & passionate people. 7) Develop a thirst for knowledge & never stop learning.

My goal is to own enough that the cash flow allows us to retire, when he is done with the military.Pros-*Can use primary residents to become rentals so less money down*Get to explore tons of different towns to evaluate investment possibilities*Can use the VA loan for multiple properties as long as you don't exceed the maximum VA allowance*Understand Tenant needs and cater to them*Maximize Long Term Rental by renting to fellow military*Can save management fees by handling it yourself through the connections you made while you live in the town.Con-*Military can be a demanding schedule.

Many factors left to explore

That way, they have their reputation on the line and will do whatever it takes to keep you pleased.

Unless Bill Gulley can think of something.And why would you risk your reputation selling something at $40,000 over market?

OP, you lucked out with this hateful nutjob choosing not to rent from you.And, no, I would not believe a non-paying tenant's story that their landlord didn't have the deposit/etc. without verifying the landlord's negative reputation in the court system.