It’s crucial that your STRs get reported correctly and that documentation is solid in the event of an event.Ideally you would have met with a cpa before doing a cost seg so you know that you’d be able to use the accelerated depreciation. 

Our standard language states:In the event that Tenants decide they no longer want to live together, ___________ will be considered the primary Tenant to make decisions about modifying or terminating tenancy.

Look for investors who have capital but lack time or experience—networking on BiggerPockets, LinkedIn, REIAs, and local investor events is key.

Network StrategicallyReal Estate Meetups: Attend networking events to meet potential partners, mentors, or funders.Professional Organizations: Join groups like the Urban Land Institute (ULI) or the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) to connect with developers and investors.Pitch Events: Look for events that allow you to pitch your idea to angel investors or venture capitalists.5.

For sure AI follow up, re-engagement, and appointment setting is a huge trend coming into the real estate industry across the board. 

I am wondering if my first steps (past the education part) is to build a network of people who know, like, and trust me through posting content like newsletters, articles, podcasts, doing webinars, going to events (aka build my brand), or, should I first find a deal and then raise capital?

Alamo REIA also hold events trying to connect individuals from different specialties within the real estate investing space.

Some syndicators have so many fees (acquisition, construction management, asset management, capital event, disposition) the syndicator is going to get rich even if the deal produces zero return for its investors.

Not sure how many PMCs you've had bad experiences with, but we'll take exception to:"Then do a thorough research on tenant applicants (note: leaving this to a PM may be hazardous to your financial health)".BP seems to have more threads about screening mistakes by DIY landlords as opposed to PMCs.Now, if you'd have mentioned Maintenance, you'd get no argument from me:) Even the PMC industry acknowledges maintenance as one of the biggest challenges.Rereading my post, I kinda see how I sounded negative toward PMs.  

Investment property (not primary residence) It's the industry standard if you're not going to live there.