Long story short I decided that day to have more control over my properties.

These contracts run from 3 - 5 years; is there a downside to skipping recording until deed is ready to go to the borrower, as long as I'm staying on top of taxes?

However, open to invest with others outside of the DC metro area as long as they have a skin in the game ( Just following Brandon Turnner's advice)  :)What I Have Done:1.

I bank with TD Bank and they last I checked will allow a HELOC on primary + 4 investments.  90% LTV

Housing is a necessity so as long as you are in a decent area for rentals it will rent, but it will come down to price.

@Sam ChicquenSam, little late to this but I’m an investor/agent based out of Tampa Florida.I like Tampa and the surrounding markets for its cash flow and appreciation potential.There are still a ton of mom and pop investors that own commercial multi (5+) and I’ve had some good luck connecting with these owners and purchasing from them.The last deal I did was a commercial off-market value-add multifamily and was able to secure seller financing.Downside is flood insurance has gone crazy down here and can really kill some deals.Happy to help you with your search.

2) How long ago did you use REIPro and how many months?  

They are bad renters and there is a very good chance they won't pay the last month of rent.

Fingers crossed this car will last me another 3-5 years.

From being in the industry for a long time I have the contact's and the knowledge to help anyone get from start to finish on their investment here in San Diego.