Thanks (again) EconProf for sharing your experiences. Would it be discourteous to ask whether you invested in Trust Deeds with commercial real estate, and/or income producing properties? Did you use a broker, or go solo?
I googled and found this guy, who gives the low down, and has written a free ebook. I can’t find the link for the download, but he sent me a copy by email when I asked him some questions. The book is not a “How to Get Rich”, book and emphasizes a steep learning curve. However, it is how he makes living. Here’s his website http://www.privatemortgagefinancing.com/