Specifically, layoffs would need to happen, maybe the stock market tanks at least 20%, or interest rates a lot higher.  

However, if you die owning shares of stock of a corporation that owns real estate, there is no step-up available for the real estate.

-How much stock do you take in the appraised value of the home if available on the county website?

Ty, be careful how much emphasis and stock you put in the buzz words you hear in the flashy articles and ads.  

@Stephen SeaberryDiscount rates are primarily used as a means for valuing dividend and interest paying securities (i.e. stocks, bonds, preferred stock, etc.)

I don't put so much stock in foreign investors driving up the market. 

I think this is also reflected in the general economy/stock/real estate prices. 

If you are interested in buying paper assets (i.e. stock, bond, debt securities, etc.), RealtyShares will be better choice than Lending Club in my opinion.Linda

So,The big picture: My father is going to take a heloc out on his house in order for us to purchase and renovate a property and then we are going to use my personal first time home buyer, to purchase the house with a mortgage and pay off the portion of heloc used.My credit is ok (650ish) but I have no money since my entire check goes into maxing out 401k and company stock plan.

But it is a cash-flowing investment as good as any rental or any other return like stocks.