Keep in mind commercial lending does not take into account just the borrower, but a lot more emphasis is on the property. 

@Sawyer Smith I've actually been thinking about this same topic recently, with an emphasis specifically on something you mentioned - "cut down on vacancy."  

I have a Master's Degree in Business Analytics with an Emphasis in Operations Management, and my undergrad is in Business Administration with a minor in Computer Information Systems.

IF you do choose the syndication route please put more emphasis on the sponsor than the deal.

I'd say go into it wanting at least 50% income but don't underwrite your properties with a heavy emphasis on that rule. 

not lender does that.and or making big emphasis that things are notarized.. that's simply not a big dealreality is there are 2 or 3 reputable HML in Honolulu and I turned Conventus on that market a few years ago and they do loans there and their rates are about as good as you can get.. but NO 100% no one does that

Obviously do research your competitors here as well to see what they are doing that make their listing compelling. 4) Launch a website for the address and market the property year round with high quality images and emphasis on the features that set your property apart. 

I'm not sure where or who else to ask and as I'm sure you've all found out at some point or another speaking with any State or County agency can be hit or miss with a strong emphasis on miss. 

I personally have a degree in finance and it has made it easy for me when I was analyzing my first deal.Bonus points if you decide to get a degree in Accounting with an emphasis on taxes.

Deals with value-add plays are known to be traded even lower than a market cap rate because they can increase the value of the asset, therefore, there isn't as much emphasis on a going-in cap rate.