As I've said also, moderators don't get paid, get no benefits, get nothing for scanning the forums all the time.

He's Still Paying the Mortgage on His Ex-Girlfriend's $350K House—And Has Zero Legal RightsA viral financial horror story exposes the dangerous pitfalls of buying property with an unmarried partner—and why legal protections matter more than romantic trust.A recent YouTube short from financial content creator Caleb Hammer has sparked widespread discussion about one of the most costly mistakes young couples can make: buying a home together without proper legal protections.The story, which has resonated with thousands of viewers, centers on an unmarried man who contributed to purchasing a $350,000 house with his girlfriend, only to discover he had zero legal ownership when their relationship ended just months later.https://news.yahoo.com/news/finance/news/hes-still-paying-mo...When Reality Hit HardThe relationship deteriorated rapidly after the home purchase, with the couple breaking up after living together for only a couple of months.

I view my flow of processes as a river, and I scan my KPI's (key performance indicators) in order to surface and potential "dams" in my river that may obstruct my flow, and prevent me from reaching my targets.

Operators apply discipline upfront:Demand Data: Use AirDNA, STR Insights, and local tourism reports before buying.Regulatory Scan: Research STR ordinances, permitting requirements, and enforcement history.Market Drivers: Prioritize locations with multiple demand anchors (beaches + convention centers, national parks + breweries).Seasonality Planning: Build cash reserves to cover off-season gaps or pivot into mid-term rentals.System: Location Scorecard — A 10-point checklist grading regulations, demand diversity, seasonality, tourism growth, and nightly rate comps before acquisition.

I'd be happy to connect if you are considering out of state investing, Kansas City is rapidly growing and the opportunities are endless!

Door knockers" were deployed to homes immediately after foreclosure notices were posted, misleading residents into thinking they were charitable or relief agents.Deceptive Contracts: Many homeowners signed contracts that were invalid or heavily tilted in favor of the defendants, allowing acquisition of homes far below market value.The scheme reportedly involved fraudulent bankruptcy or probate filings to delay foreclosure auctions and maintain control over properties.Allegedly, title companies and law firms enabled the fraud by processing deeds, notarizing sales at below-market prices, enabling rapid property flips, and even filing lawsuits against victims to enforce transactions.Azag4.

Plus, if property prices rise rapidly, then you can reinvest the accumulated equity through cash-out refinance to buy additional properties.

Until then though land is very rapidly disappearing and is very expensive  Personally I dont see how they companies make money with dirt that is 1mil and acre. 

What I’m Focused On  Entry-level single-family and duplex properties in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing.Building relationships with mentors, lenders, and partners before my first deal.Developing a long-term portfolio that generates steady cash flow and appreciation.   

I also found a website that scans/monitors other sites for legitimacy, and it flagged theirs as likely a scam; d) I know of a handful of investors in my area who didn't learn through a program like this, but through their own networks and education (through REI networking events, getting their RE license, property management, books, etc); e) I started exploring BP's free and affordable (i.e. books) resources, and it turns out, these have been immensely useful and educational and allow me to move at my own pace.