A strong partnership is built on trust, shared values, and aligned goals, so it's not something to rush into.I recommend attending in-person networking events to meet like-minded individuals.

I am in SoCal and Detroit has been in my mind but have zero knowledge about the market.

Just keep in mind, you get what you pay for.So where are these Mentors?

Then make up my mind on what and how I want to invest.

Also remember, you can NOT identify more than a certain number of POTENTIAL replacement properties, and they have to be within a certain percentage of value of the old property, and you can’t file this identifying paper and then change your mind.

So this is still on your mind?

We recently did a loan involving a borrower with a mind-numbing operating agreement involving nested LLCs, retirement plans, and individuals. 

Would you mind sending your inspector's info to me as well?

@Mark Allen If you don't mind sending me a copy as well.

Keep in mind a few things - many major markets currently have a glut of multifamily projects so you may be competing with large apartment complexes with amenities offering incentives in a competitive market.