What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

Great choice focusing on mortgage note investing (best way to get into real estate in my opinion).Would love to hear your thoughts on the strategy you'll pursue to get into the secondary mortgage market.What type of loans (1st, 2nd, performing/non-performing, state-specific, etc)? 

This is the type of person you want on your team, not someone who will tell you how nice the paint color is or how beautiful the layout is.

I would also suggest talking to a couple of lenders now to find out if they see any issues as a result of the type of deed.

Also you vetting a tenant is crucial here:In these types of leases the tenant is responsible for paying not only the base rent but also all additional expenses associated with the property, including property taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs.

My name is Nick and based out of Los Angeles area with many years of experience in starting and operating many types of businesses. 

There are benefits to both loan types but this comes down to each individual borrower's situation and finances. 

And yes I’d have no problem tweaking my strategy and doing it as more of a buy and hold type thing.  

What type of properties/strategies are you interested in?

There’s no universal standard since it relies on two main variables–your investing objectives and current market conditions.Some key factors influencing a good cap rate include:/ Property location/ Building condition/ Asset type (class A, B, C)/ Overall real estate market dynamicsTaking these into account helps set realistic cap rate expectations, but historically, rates between 4-10% are often seen as solid.Of course, a “good” cap rate for you might fall outside that range based on your investing goals and the specific property/market, so don’t get hung up on chasing a specific cap rate number.What is a good cap rate for your market?