Does it make any difference that my wife’s mother which is the executive of the estate only owns 50% of the property we want to acquire?

I would highly recommend Realty One, the realtor Derek helped me solve all the major issues that came up and supported me in running the numbers for different properties.

i noticed though that the strategies you proposed are very different... an STR is a hospitality business and syndication is (in theory) at least somewhat passive.my main tip in getting started is not to rush into anything. 

Quote from @Stacey Wells: Hey everyone,I’ve been researching different funding options for real estate investments and business expansion.

People had to move to used  or as we did had to open more services to match different box configurations.  

Each program is a little different so it just depends on your situation and income.They are quick and easy though once you get your certificate you can work with any Bank or Lender that is approved to use those DPA's.

Sometimes using some contractors for one project will be good and then switching to another contractor for another project is typical because each scope of work is different. 

But I think it has more to do with how different individuals handle what is technically an invasion of their space and privacy.

However, it sounds like you are confused about the different types of auctions that exist on Auction.com. 

If meaningful appreciation is on the horizon, its a different story.If you were to go the financing route, blanket loan may be your best bet through small local bank or alternative lender.