Problem: Article: Like a REIT, a real estate investment group (REIG) pools the money of two or more people to purchase, develop, manage and sell properties. In many cases, the properties bought are apartments or a similar property type, and investors own one or multiple units within the building. Typically, this will involve a much larger initial investment than simply buying into a REIT, but a smaller one than buying a property yourself. It also lacks many of the inherent risks of property trading because the risk is shared among many investors.   Because these groups are generally much smaller than real estate investment trusts, members can aid in managing properties and gather tips and advice from other seasoned investors. This allows for more personal interaction with your investment. This involvement is not consistent throughout all REIGs. In some cases, the company that manages the REIG will do all of the advertising, management, and maintenance for investors. This allows investors to make money without any additional effort. REIGs function much like mutual funds because they do not have to be self-managed, and also have the fees that go with them. Be sure to investigate any potential REIG investment before committing your money to determine that their fee structure is fair. Also, look for indications of past success (or failure) that might allow you to determine whether or not the REIG is a safe investment.  Attend a model club meeting. BetterInvesting, an organization that provides investment education, holds free model REIG meetings in cities across the United States. These meetings explain what REIGs specifically do, inform you about local REIGs, and allow you to network with other like-minded locals. Go to www.betterinvesting.org and search for local chapters near you to find a model meeting.  Keep in mind that the investment of a portion of rental income is required to cover mortgage in the event of vacancies. When you've found the right organization for you, consider how much capital you can contribute. When you have your number, you are ready to make an investment. However, investing in an REIG is not as easy as buying a share of stock or investing in a mutual fund. To invest, contact your chosen real estate investment group and express your interest in investing. Some REIGs require that you have real estate investment experience before joining. Investments with real estate investment groups are not as liquid as in a REIT. Instead, one or more properties must sell before a member can withdraw money from the group. If you can't find an REIG you'd like to invest with or if there aren't any active REIGs in your area, you can start your own. While this isn't easy and can be time-consuming, this is a good way to ensure that your money is being investment exactly where you want it to be. To start, you'll have to find some co-investors and draw up a business plan, complete with by-laws and strategies. To operate, you'll need a method for accounting for your investments and profits and a legally-formed LLC or partnership. A real estate limited partnership (RELP) is yet another way you can throw in with other investors. In this organization, you will invest in a particular real estate project along with a property manager or a real estate development firm. In exchange for financing the property, you will be given a share of ownership, however your investment will largely be passive and you will have little say in the management.  An advantage of an RELP is that you also have limited liability. If the project fails, you are only liable for the amount of your contributions to the partnership.  The RELP is not taxed and all losses and profits are passed on to the owners.  An RELP is different in that it exists for a predetermined amount of time. Once the project is complete and/or the business goal is satisfied, then RELP will dissolve.
Summary: Find out if investing in an REIG is right for you. Research potential REIGs. Commit your capital. Start your own REIG. Consider an RELP.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A healthy relationship respects each other's boundaries. Your partner will listen to you without criticism, and they will support you. On the other hand, pressure to have sex can be one sign of an abusive relationship. Your partner may tell you what to do without consideration to your feelings. Read about the warning signs of abuse so that you can determine whether you're in an unsafe or abusive situation. Closeness comes from respect, and respect comes from honoring each other's boundaries whether or not we agree with them. Keep in mind that you always get to choose what you share with your partner. Only stay in relationships where your boundaries are respected, and make sure you’re in a relationship that always practices consent There are many people out there who will also respect your needs and boundaries and with whom you can find intimacy. Those are the relationships worth having. If you’re worried that your partner might become angry, violent, or abusive, then you may want to consider breaking up over the phone or via email or a text. This may seem unfeeling, but it may be the only way in a potentially abusive situation. Your priority should be your safety. If you have to talk to them face to face, then make sure you're in a public place. There are lots of ways to be close to someone, and sex is only one of them. Sex can wait and be engaged in only when it's the right time for you. Celebrate your choice to wait, and enjoy those activities you do choose, knowing that it’s always your decision when to have sex.

SUMMARY: Clarify what healthy and unhealthy relationships look like. Practice setting healthy boundaries of all kinds, not just sexual ones. Break up safely. Enjoy taking your time and waiting until you feel ready to have sex.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Make sure that your trash is not a rat buffet. Rats have trouble chewing through metal or thick plastic bins, but they can easily enter a container with an open lid. If they make a home in the trash, they’re more likely to come inside the building as well. If you or your tenants improperly store food, then rats are more attracted to your building. Food should not be stored in dark, closed areas where rats can be easily active. Additionally, food shouldn’t be left sitting out.  Don’t store food in the basement. This includes pet food. Encourage good pet food habits amongst your tenants. Food should not be left out. Leaky pipes offer a water source, and damaged systems offer a place for rats to hide. Keep them out by doing regular maintenance and fixing any issues immediately. Stop rats from entering the building in the first place by keeping your building and foundation secure. Rats can squeeze through the tiniest of cracks, so even a hole as small as a dime needs to be repaired. Carefully inspect and repair your walls, roof, and foundation. Check close to the ground for freshly dug holes. Rats sometimes dig near the foundation so that they can crawl through to the inside of the building. If your walls or basements have vent openings, the rats can enter through the slats or holes. While you can’t block the opening, you can apply wire mesh over the open slats so that the rats cannot enter. You can use steel wool to fill in gaps around vents or pipes. Windows provide rats with an open opportunity to enter a building, but it’s unreasonable to expect people to leave their windows shut at all times. Instead, make sure that every window has an undamaged screen. Ask tenants to regularly inspect their screens for holes and slits. Offer to replace screens at no cost to them. Rats can squeeze under gaps at the bottom of the door. If your apartment building has doors that leave a gap between the door and the jam, then install a door sweep. The door sweep will attach to the bottom of the door, providing a seal against outside intruders. Rat can hitchhike in large deliveries, especially if food is involved. Rats love to hide in wood piles, garbage, discarded items, and tall grass.
Summary:
Secure the lid to the trash bin. Use safe food habits. Maintain plumbing systems. Repair cracks and holes. Block the area around pipes and vent openings. Cover all windows with a wire screen. Add door sweeps. Encourage tenants to carefully inspect deliveries. Remove any debris from around the building.