Several of my STR investor clients here in Colorado have used a designer, and they generally pick a few statement pieces that they spend money on and then go with FB marketplace  or even IKEA for smaller items. 

I think the problem here is your lumping ALL syndicators, regardless of operational time and quality, into 1 big generalization. 

In my experience strictly med buildings are generally developed in the same way as part of a campus or off the path a bit from the main retail corridor, so it really is only suited for that use. 

Any suggestions in general?

Usually you're falling somewhere in the $150-$200 range, but you really need to understand this number and how to determine it.The market, in general, in Detroit is rapidly appreciating.

Again, speaking in generalities as there is several niche and MSA specific opportunities as well.  

No every-day property managers, secretaries, or spouses allowed.

Its certainly not "guaranteed return" - thats a word to always stay away from in real estate (in finance or even investing in general)high level - its because HMLs are going to be secured by the real estate, meaning in event of default, the lender can get the property to be made whole - somewhat trust is involved, but thats the main mechanism behind it

If you have any market suggestions or general advice, I’m all ears!

generally though if your doing this with other investors you dont personally know then a PPM would work.. or if its just a few say 2 or 3  then an LLC would work .