From my understanding, the only real concern with taking the latter approach is if the other person on the mortgage/deed is someone that you could potentially not trust.

That said, playing the appreciation game is a very personal decision.

Everything these courses and mentorship programs offer can be found for free online.

I haven't spoken personally to either seller.

Your IRA will be listed as the owner on the deed.Not tax implications for rolling over to another qualified account.awesome, good feedback and wondering why a "custodial" it says for children while searching online 

Do you use an online program, and app, or someone local?

How do you all personally track your properties?

Feel like I am waiting for the next shoe to drop with this person.

I have also sent personal hand written letters to people who are listed on the tax records of properties that are vacant.

I feel that most people make this sound really good because it gets hype and attention online, but I have yet to hear anyone actually explain in real terms how this works...