However, we differ structurally: they operate as a fund, while we focus on deal-by-deal syndications.

How long it takes to be financially ready is different for everyone.

My recommendation would be different if you were a high-income earner or if you wanted steady equity growth.

Every individual contract is different.

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.  

How long it takes to be financially ready is different for everyone.

In the end, it may be the same amount of money or more, but it will just have to be structured differently as you navigate the shifting market.Northwest Valley would be a good option. 

There's also a calculator on my website that will help you navigate different scenarios.

For everyone it’s different which is why I ask.  

Of course, for some they would not want to do anything different than what they already are doing.