This is great info, I've been pondering some of this myself.

Just let that soak in, as its the ONLY reasons you need to ponder self storage. let alone lending is actually better than all other asset classes now that banks have data showing lowest default during last recession. not to mention 90% LTV on SBA loans and they allow extra space or cubesmart to 3rd party manage for you!

I am pondering the situation where the seller finances 10%, I put in 10% and the bank covers the rest.Legally, how do you go about this process-who should I contact first?

Thanks for sharing this insight...the first one resonated with me as I've been pondering what the heck I'm getting myself into.

One last "bigger-picture" issue to ponder: not sure if you've seen the Freakonomics video below, but it highlights the fact that it's not easy to line up the incentives between a seller and the seller's realtor.

This might be a bit much to ponder now, but it's quite magical once it happens.

Perhaps it's a solution to ponder in other states, but I don't see wholesalers needing to use this method in Pennsylvania. 

The lien isn't a large amount in proportion to the assessed value, but I am pondering a lot on it as I didnt think it would be a likely possibility as notices are sent certified mail.

I'm pondering a transition from single family to rental but my property is one the larger ones in the neighborhood, it will likely require throwing cash at a deck/fence 6-7k and it has a 17 year old ac unit.

I'm struggling to find out best way forward with one of my rentals.   I have a rental in AZ that I've been renting to a couple for 6 years now.   Their lease is coming due and they reached out to me if I would be inte...