And there is no way for you to understand what affects the market like CDOs, international politics, govt. regulation changes, misleading CPI and Unemployment reports, fluctuating interest rates, velocity of money, a fed pivot, disinflation, tax law changes and so on.  

I have closed deals with wholesalers and do have respect for their roles in this world but its a really really hard way to go about making a living/quick cash as a newbie. 

To answer your question for #1, Amazon could act as lender/servicer and they would perform better than banks as they have the tools ready.So lets Amazon/Apple/Microsoft/Google/Chevron fix  the damage that they created at first place LOL We need to disturb this system from its core, James.Having corporations take on the role of housing is a recipe for disaster.

When I looked into buying a SFR in Phoenix/Scottsdale to rent to longterm tenants the returns were absolutely terrible, I pivoted and bought a short term rental instead because the numbers were way better.

I think the scarcity mindset is is certainly playing a role here, as I am having a very difficult time expanding my contact list.I should say, another thing that makes me want to stick with him is the value he places upon his Angies list and Google reviews.

It is also important as a buyer to understand the role of a whole seller. 

We plan to evenly split the workload and roles and responsibilities, so my thought is to split equity based on investment.

(to weigh and assay).They are very different asset classes that play very different roles.

So now, the Fed has $2.7 trillion in Mortgage Backed Securities, (MBS) which is way, way, too much and need I mention that the Fed was never designed to fullfil that role.

Whether it's a house, a car, or any asset, the Bankruptcy Judge's approval is necessary, regardless of when the property was acquired or the financial arrangements in place.Your attorney plays a crucial role in this process.