I'm developing an AI-enabled analysis and lead generation tool for REI.  

This was found off market, we have developed a process to find off market deals.

Admittedly, they seem a bit sketchy,My question would be, for a person such as my self, how does one go about vetting these syndicates?  

Network with local investors, undertake extensive due diligence, and develop a clear exit strategy.

He did a book for Bigger Pockets, but by large Bigger Pockets is not so pro Sub2 so not sure why they allowed this other than he is an expert at self promotions, etc..

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It’s my brother and 2 good friends that have some experience. the money lender would be a family member of mine lending out of their self directed IRA so they will be lenient with us.

Just move on and sell the place, get a new PM, or disavow PMs and self-manageor2.

(No, I didn't develop this one, either).Guess what?

We self-financed this deal.