It's very helpful to se the real challenges you've encountered across different markets- especially your point on finding qualified subs and staying away from high-rate lenders. 

Negotiation Challenges: Risk of under-the-table deals with other buyers.Tips: Be aware of these risks and take steps to mitigate them.

However, it was challenging to get it fully occupied due to families etc that were looking for larger units.

@Ryan KonenThat is a significant amount of leverage and can make it very challenging to make $ on.

I'm just looking to buy 300-500 good units per year.It's been challenging in 2022 to do that.

I recommend hiring either a PM or even a listing agent who you pay a half a month to a month of rent to get the unit rented.Just so you are aware, these tenants are your customers hence if you make the application process challenging and tedious at the very forefront of the process, most people don't got time for that.

Challenges?

It is the most popular software in the industry, and most Tax Preparers are familiar with it, which makes tax season easier.My Recommendation: Spreadsheets are usually fine for your first 1-3 properties. 3+ properties, you should use a software.

I recently thought I found a great duplex but when a local agent toured the property for me, they didn't even feel safe which lead us to believe finding the right tenants would be a challenge. 

Challenges?