My reasoning is based on average historical total profits (cash flow+equity gains) LA was #1 in the nation since 2000.

@John LeahLook into trusts for ananymity.

I'm trying to find private lenders out there to help me buying 2 properties in total of $120k. Already bought my first one and currently renting it out. Now, I am up for bigger challenge. Need help!

Hi All,I have done a lot of research on the reasons for getting a trust and have talk talked with my family but wanted to get my fellow BiggerPockets friends and connections opinions. 

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I’d offer 5k down and 645$ a month and set it up in a trust with a third party paying out tax insurance expenses .

If all they want is cash flow, give them a note and mortgage/deed of trust, and pay them.

I'm going to buy a rental property in the Raleigh area this year and wanting to get a good CPA on my team.  Does anyone have any recommendations?

Can we move a house with an FHA loan on it into an LLC or trust?