Do you think they're worth the investment, or do most buyers still prefer in-person showings? 

I'd really prefer to just adopt something that another PM has already used and found success with, or use it at least as a framework that we adapt from.Appreciate any feedback that you think might be helpful.

Population growth creates increased demand for housing, pushing rents higher.Rapid and Sustained Appreciation: In cities with abundant, low-cost land, new construction is often preferred over existing properties, limiting appreciation potential.

What’s your preferred property type, and how did you decide on it?

Though he prefers to reposition existing multifamily properties, he has also subdivided land, built homes, and constructed self-storage.

Ask multiple people on and off BP (preferably people who are no biased). 

Now for your advice about getting rid of CATMAN or CATWOMEN, whatever he prefers. 

I have some cash but would prefer not to use more than 25k.

You want to be understanding and not "kick them out", but at the same time let them know you operate differently than the previous owner and if they would prefer not to operate that way that's a decision they can make.

However, the IRS may scrutinize exchanges if the holding period post-transfer is too short (typically 12-24 months recommended).If one partner wants to defer capital gains while the other prefers cash, the deferring partner could reinvest their share into a Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) fund, which can defer and reduce taxable gains if held for at least 10 years.