Meaning that if something were to happen to the base, the market would collapse.

As the winter season approaches, the housing market typically sees a decrease in activity.

I always wondered why combining both isn't a better approach to use.As an example, is a CAP rate of 8% or 12% or whatever number you use always a good investment?

We are considering a couple of approaches:1) Buy a 2- 4 unit and occupy one unit.    

I've seen a three tiered approach... best value at a full year lease, slightly higher at a 6 month lease, and higher at a month to month.

Is this the right approach or should I finance under my own name?

If you give alittle background I maybe able to help you come up with an approach.

So that if the market were to collapse and you've taken out a loan on your house, then you're going to be able to withstand the market as you go through it because you're living in the home that you have borrowed money out on.

@CJ M.My dad had a very similar problem a few years ago at his personal residence and I thought he had a good twist on his approach.

My question is, how do you approach and put together an offer or an ask to a private lender?