My issue is more from an investor perspective: undisclosed reserve prices which many times won't be met, and QCD's which often have issues (I'm glad yours was clear) that many beginner investors don't realize what they're getting.

I suppose from an outsiders perspective , differentiating the two would be difficult.

I have a different perspective.

The newest trend sweeping the rental market (from my perspective) in Colorado is that many tenants want the right to grow pot in the unit.

I am simply reinforcing from a lender's perspective.  

Jeff S Thank you for your perspective on this.

When I first heard about the 'note finding' business it was more than a few years ago and it seemed like a fresh idea.

Is there a way to fit hard money into this from a buyers perspective?

This thread made me think about it in a different light since Kyle and his father are going to partner, so I was interested in your view from a business perspective since you have been successful in real estate, which is why I said hypothetically speaking, would you JV or just make the loan if it was your kid?

Add to that being able to meet the vendors that can teach you about what they do, all in one place, it is invaluable especially for someone new to real estate.I will be there, go take it all in, and then drill down on what your investment philosophy is and move forward and take action.The key note speakers will each give you a very different perspective about using real estate as either a vehicle for investment or speculation (its important to know the difference), so listening to them alone is worth the $39 bucks.