Since you have mentioned cash flow is a big part of your goals - have you thought about private lending?

For the purpose of this exercise, I would like to start by separating syndications into two categories: (1) smaller capital raises that will only attract the friends and family sized checks because they require too much brain damage for those with the larger check writing capabilities;  and (2) syndications with capital raises large enough to fit within the investment parameters of true private equity/family office check writing capabilities. 

So the effect is a confiscation of private property and a transfer of the property for no cost from the landlord to the tenant. 

Private firm?

As the Branch Manager for RBI Private Lending in Texas, I specialize in offering flexible financing solutions, including bridge loans, construction loans, multifamily financing, and DSCR loans.

Ive also noticed a big trend in private lenders originating 2nds and gap funding and whatnot.

FinCen not having your correct "STREET" address, no PO Boxes, and no private Boxes are allowed, and you would be in violation. 

http://mnsoberhomes.org/   This is an organization of over 20 sober houses in Minnesota run by private people. they formed a organization to help each other.this is a interesting part of a growing need for assisted type of housing.Just thought I'd pass the info along..your state might have a similar organization that could give assistance in figuring out how to start a similar type of housing situation.  

How would you approach the seller to plant the idea of seller financing.Your best bet is to LBO the acquisition through packaging the business into a CDOYou'll take that CDO to private or commercial investors  

Then you have to think about 401(k) and IRA savings, which longer-term once your balance is built up, you can use a self-directed approach whereby you can use the funds tax-free to invest in rentals, private loans, etc...