They do so while following a set of ethical business guidelines I adhere to, but they still serve my interests as while aiming to serve the readers' as well.Do your homework before you throw your money at anything!

@Robert Leparulo4 parts of a deal to make a guideline on who gets what: 1) who is bringing the funding 2) who is doing the work 3) who found the deal 4) whos experience/network is being leveragedA good starting point is evening weigh each of those 25% each but its very subjective and based on your personal relationship. 

Its a gamble.

Though I don't want to over invest in potential appreciation/ prospecting as it is still gambling, I wouldn't mind killing 2 birds so to speak by finding some good cashflow deals in an area that is likely to see good growth in the coming years.

It makes it so note investing in NPNs is almost like gambling at times.Judges just do whatever they want.

@Chance Gabbert, it’s like gambling take the profit when it’s there.

In the end I can only guess and a bit gamble on expenses that eat the rents away AND then buy accordingly.

Each historical neighborhood has it's own set of guidelines as to exterior paint colors and landscaping, but those can easily be navigated with proper paperwork to receive an approval letter.Other things to look for are foundation, water damage to sub floor in kitchen and bath areas, lack of insulation, etc.

If I agree to this vacancy, I will be gambling that I can keep vacancy well below the average for the 20 years it take to pay of my mortgage.

I want to start buying with owner financing. any tips or guidelines?