Here is a great white paper on the topic published by Old Capital:https://www.wealthgrowinvestments.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Multifamily-Financing-101-FINAL-2017.pdfAnother factor is getting a sense of the market for the debt of your project.

(On that subject I'd like to commend podcast for having kid friendly content as my son is usually riding with me, and I never fear him hearing something inappropriate or psychologically damaging.)In summary, you guys have fantastic content YouTube, Website, Forum, Podcast and I'm appreciative for the many contributors as well as an opportunity to come and share.    

I've been researching, learning, and consuming as much content as possible for a while now, trying to get all the info I need to get started investing.

You'll also want to ensure you have a good property manager to look after the upkeep of the property if you are not there to notice anything deteriorating or which may need attention.This article goes into a lot of the considerations about whether to form an LLC or not: https://www.mmpph.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/May-2019-newsletter.pdfCreating an LLC in California would cost you a minimum tax of $800 every year.

I haven't seen too much content yet along the lines I'm pursuing, but starting with 40+ units seems to be a smart way to go...   

Here are purchase price limits:http://www.loanlimits.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/2019-between-floor-ceiling.pdfhttps://www.masshousing.com/portal/server.pt/community/home_buyers/225/income_and_loan_limits3) Value lower-priced properties that need work over higher-priced properties that are move-in ready.

If you're in the syndication world, for example, content marketing works well.

One of the biggest excuses I make right now is the cost of entry in Seattle, along with not really knowing which areas are the most critical to focus in on, and try to process as much content as possible.

@Brandon Deal You can find it pretty cheap used on amazon, otherwise, you can listen to his podcasts for free to get the same content that is in 10x.

I'm currently looking at casting a wide net with a foundation of personal networking combined with social media and other relevant content.