I typically don't comment on other's businesses unless I know from personal experience.

He’s not a pushy salesman, and I’ve got a business partner who has worked with him for the last 10 years without any issues.As for your situation, I wouldn’t say it sounds like a Ponzi scheme, but I’d strongly recommend meeting with the fund sponsor in person and asking as many questions as you can.

Personally, I find BTRs to be more predictable with fewer ongoing maintenance issues, and they tend to attract high-quality tenants.

what kind of investment was/is this  a little more detail may protect others if you think this person is a financial predator.  

I personally have success in doing flips with my partner here in Ohio.Lakewood and Edgewater are gentrifying neighborhoods in Cleveland.

The question is, what is the intention  of the owner, not what would a reasonable person think is the intention of the owner.

For example, at the start, do you confirm if all persons in the house are aware of your presence, and do you ask if it is OK for you to open bedroom, bathroom and closet doors?

A new person moves in and she says the upstairs neighbors are creating a ton of noise.

The person had something of an accent.

Of course most GPs have personally put in money to keep the deals from sinking.