@Chris Grenzig
Thanks for the helpful information, particularly breaking out some of the types of asset types that would be involved. I'll send a PM to connect re specific deals.
Seems like most syndications let LPs join at increments of $50K. I'd think about doing $50K into a cap stabilized multifamily and $50K into a value-add multifamily. RNW has a development syndication open in Park City Utah which also seems interesting as well. I could then take the remaining $50K and throw a portion each month to buy up REITs as a plan for the year -- or leave it in cash in case there is a deal worth springing on, tapping my HELOC if needed.
At least in my mind that seems like a reasonable starting strategy for the year. Hopefully by next year, I'll have learned something and will be able to start narrowing on what will work for me, or I'll try a set of new experiments.
Again, BP has been super supportive as a resource -- many thanks to all!