But as I discovered, has no real significance to the apartment game, except for the ability to market and raise money.

Paid a top local esigner to come have a look and all she did was insult our cute little place that was doing just fine.....But I think where a designer could add value is by suggesting unique areas, like game rooms, coffee bars, outdoor BBQ/play areas, and stuff like that. 

Connecting with other investors was a game-changer for me when I started.

My resources and skin in the game is being allocated to the remaining balance of X purchase price.What path do you recommend in this scenario? 

If you're going to need a mortgage, you're locked out of the game. 

Let’s make 2025 a game-changer!

A good way into it may be doing a house hack or live and flip then pulling the equity out in a refinance.Tons of ways to make money in this game!

Real estate can really change the game, and finding the right properties with smart financing is key.

Real estate is a slow game, but over time, it can help you build significant wealth.

If you are looking at a 300 unit apartment complex with a $100mm purchase price, then typically you want large, diverse economic, growing cities.If you are buying an Airbnb, well this is a marketing game.