Paying the mortgage originators directly from your end investment property seems like a bad idea as you would be mixing funds.

As we walked into the first entrance my wife and I were hit with the strong smell of cigar smoke mixed with unknown chemicals.

Hello BP,My question is how do i evaluate a property that is zoned commercial/industrial that has 2 buildings on site (1 studio and 1 residential)?  Property is in a small town but in a great location amongst other re...

Not to blood, at a set interest rate, no profit sharing, no physical involvement in the investment or mixing of non-retirement money.

Their home is zoned Low-Density Mixed-Use so it is allowable in their neighborhood to classify a property as light commercial use already. 

@Aaron White I've had mixed experience with contractors myself.

I really love this area of Houston because it's tranquil but right in the middle of everything and it a great mix of luxury homes and original, expansive ranch style homes still owned by the families that built them in 50's & 60's.

Denver is a great market to invest in as we have a great mix of cashflow and appreciation, you just have to get a little more creative than just purchase a single family home, and renting it as a single family. 

From my experience, diligent standards and screening is crucial in creating a strong tenant mix.

However, I would advise caution and ensure your target market has a diverse business mix and supply is not over saturated and it is not located in an area that will be subject to harsh potential business restrictions on the municipal or state level currently or potentially in the future.