I have several other multi-families that I own and maintain to a high level.

Just stumbled onto the podcast and forum and thought I'd throw out my first post as I'm beginning to read How to Invest in Real Estate: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Getting Started, as well as working through general knowledge and terminology in the industry.I'm a 29-year old strength and conditioning coach working in China with the NBA for the past two years, focusing on youth and pro level basketball development.

Finally, with the use of Trusts while establishing these structures you can add a level of anonymity by removing your name from public record.The second point I want to bring forward is that if you benefit from something, then by law there is always some sort of liability that can be traced back to you.

I know there’s some level of speculation with appreciation.

Man, taking OPM to the next level, I see.The capitalist in me says, go ahead, save every dollar you can, however you can.The taxpayer in me thinks you're a jerk if you can afford your lifestyle and invest in properties.

Level with them on what you are looking for and what value you can provide. 

Here it is, and since I'm telling the wive's tale I'm going to say it took place in 1984 when rates on a 30YF were at dystopian 15% to 20% levels: Bank branch manager, after lamenting decreased volume due to higher interest rates (ring a bell?)

Definitely hook up with @Shaun Hunt and see if you can share resources.Your experiences are both educational and a bit of self-discovery about where your risk level is. 

Questioning the level of protection by LLCMy husband and I have lived in greater Los Angeles area for 10 years with modest assets worth protecting from creditors.

Some areas in mid-level cities have awesome returns but the trade off is normally worse tenants.