I thought the main advantage would be the ability to micro-manage your portfolio, customizing your vendor list according to each property and coordinating with a dedicated leasing agent.

Today I got a bill that is 100% more than what I used to pay - my blood was rushing- They increased my building coverage- They changed from "cash value" to "replacement value"These 2 updates that they made cost my portfolio to go double.

Honestly I would choose a mortgage broker and let me explain you why.When you go to a bank or credit union the loan offer works for that institution and will offer you the rate they company offer, instead if you work with mortgage broker we have the ability to shop with over 100 and more institutions and shop for the best rates available, fast closing and customizable solutions, text me so i can give you my rates base on your credit score.

I looked for detached and the ability to create privacy.

Do you guys / gals, see a problem with the renovated units not having the ability to intercom / buzz people in through the front door until a new system is put in place (which may not happen for years or ever)?

looking at the website 1 to 50 mil deals and for a REAL lender not a fake lender.10k due diligence on a large deal is pretty standard stuff.. but what i would caution you on is thismake sure before you go down this road that you are realistic about your ability to get multi million dollar loans.the main thing is there is going to need to be real equity in the form of cash .. 

I admired your ability to execute on such a high level while doing it all yourself.

I have the ability to make cash offers from 2 different sources. 1, being leveraging my personal equity and funds. 2, being borrowing money from a family loan.  

The largest differences will be flexibility (aside from pricing and rate) and the ability to finance distressed assets. 

But if you're able to find other sources of capital to make a down payment with, then having some properties with less leverage gives you the ability to buy new properties with more leverage and keep your overall portfolio balanced.