The estimates provided in the book are probably 30-40% lower now, but the real benefit may be in the structure/approach of how to estimate costs.

However, I believe multi family provides the best ROI and is the best way to scale.

Very new at this game I live in cottonwood California and I would be interested in going to meet up if my schedule would allow.

Additionally, by virtue of owning all of the units I could, with the help of an attorney, construct the bylaws in such a way to maximize value and eliminate bylaws that would be value-restrictive.I've talked to a couple of non-QM lenders who could provide financing to buyers under such a scenario, but the tricky part is appraisal value, especially in a state where, according to Redfin, no co-op's have sold in the last 5 years.If I got a couple units sold using seller-financing at $220/sqft, since there aren't any other co-op comps, would this provide a basis upon which an appraiser would provide a valuation closer to $220/sqft than $135/sqft?

So, in actuality the divide between “good” PMs and “bad” ones is probably no different than any other service provider, be it real estate broker, mortgage originator, etc.The key word I has in my sentence was MAY; as in MAY be hazardous to your financial health.  

Forums and meetups like BP have changed the game for my family for generations to come AND for generations for people in our homes. 

However, longer-term bonds (1-5+ years) are subject to interest rate volatility:If rates rise, bond values drop, potentially leading to negative net returns.If rates fall, bonds appreciate, but gains are capped by their fixed coupon rates.While Treasuries provide stability, they offer limited upside and carry hidden risks for medium- to long-term maturities.Why Real Estate Is a Stronger Option in Today’s MarketMultifamily real estate, particularly value-add properties, presents an asymmetric risk-reward profile that Treasuries simply cannot match.

These agencies began calling me non-stop, demanding I fix the heater immediately and provide the tenant with hotel accommodations during the repair period—or else I’d be issued tickets and face daily fines.I won’t go into detail about how I feel, but anyone in my situation would feel like they just swallowed a bitter pill.

They do this by the Scope of Work with Budget being provided to them. 

I am wondering if anyone invests in this area can provide me with some referrals?