I see myself more in acquisitions, transaction coordination, or something more data driven.

These are the 5 research tools I use to make data-driven investment decisions.

However, appreciation and rent growth are driven by population growth.

Oh my God... this is becoming too painful to explain.I cannot explain basic Contract law, nor Agency Law to an unlicensed person in 140 characters or less.If you want an education about how it works, go to schoolAGAIN... in THIS situation... there is ZERO proceeds that the seller will ever make in a Short sale.  

Chasing checks has more to do with the character of the renter than the area they live in. 

I think that if you’re driven enough you can make anything happen.

If you can borrow the purchase money for a deal like this, and have the holding costs, you should either have or should be able to borrow the rehab money.I suggest that if you are driven to this form of financing, by paying what will likely amount to a huge percent of your profit (if anything is actually left), then you are woefully undercapitalized and taking financial risks you probably shouldn't.

A sponsor and their values/character is MUCH more important than the deal itself.

All investors in the "b" must have a pre-existing substantive relationship with the GP/sponsor (and I suggest you get to know the fellow, his character and capabilities, before you hand him your hard earned money. 

We designed our property with differentiation and “grammability” in mind, purchased a well maintained home and added a lot of character.