.: Maybe someone can educate me on the actual uses and mechanics of using a substitution of collateral clause (aka substitution of security) in a loan when you are the borrower.

Hang out with others that are doing what you want to do and invest your $25-$50,000 in real estate vs education. 

The way I did it is I built up total confidence through first education and second entrepreneurship.  

I also recommend you start looking for a professional property manager, at least until you educate yourself enough to run this solo.

Increased revenue and decreased parking demand allowed us to carry income-restricted units as well.We originally planned on spinning it out into a brand, but we never had the bandwidth to do so.Our largest hurdle has been education as most of our tenants are coming in to rent traditional units.Investors did not love it. 

💹*Reminder- The Pearl Development is predicted to create over 11,000 jobs in Mecklenburg County within the next 10 years & will be both a medical education institution and an international headquarters. 

Begin by educating yourself through books like The House Hacking Strategy and podcasts like BiggerPockets, and join online communities for support.

Don't get stuck in education / analysis paralysis.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Their education and support gave me the confidence to expand my business and now have my own fund and growing membershipI have found that the majority of complaints from students of any education focused company failed to take any action and failed.