Working to systemize this business to run efficiently with future limited supervision to then take the cashflow/profits to continue investing in building our long term rental portfolio as well as invest in other business endeavors.

I was not ready due to limited capital.

Since then, they have operated under government control, but privatization has been a recurring topic of debate.Why Privatization is Being ConsideredSecretary Turner, along with some policymakers and industry leaders, argues that privatizing the GSEs could reduce taxpayer exposure, increase market efficiency, and encourage more private sector participation in mortgage lending.

This includes networking, learning from experienced investors, and strengthening your financial position.If you’re starting with limited capital, setting up an LLC and building a strong credit profile (700+ FICO) can open up financing opportunities.

.✅ Master Lease Option (MLO): Take control of the asset with an option to buy after stabilizing revenue—especially useful if the property is underperforming.✅ Equity Earn-In: Offer the seller a minority stake (e.g., 10-20% ownership) instead of cash up front.2.

Maybe they’ll build a wall around DC so that he can better control his new Kingdom!  

.✅ More Control – You’ll personally handle tenant screening, rent collection, and property upkeep, ensuring everything is done to your standards.✅ Stronger Tenant Relationships – Being involved directly allows you to build rapport with your tenants, which can lead to better communication and longer leases.Cons of Self-Managing❌ Time-Consuming – Dealing with maintenance requests, late-night emergencies, and tenant disputes can quickly become a second job.❌ Legal Risks – Chicago has strict landlord-tenant laws.

SFR with ADU is no problem. but if you're considering adding an ADU to a multifamily property, consider the limitations you're creating on your back-end buyer if you decide to sell, or your own financing if you choose to refi. 

It's determined by the nature of your arrangement, mostly by how much you control the employee's work.

Specifically, the the loan guarantors need to have controlling ownership in at least (i) 3 multifamily properties [with the first acquired at least 2 years ago], or (ii) 1 multifamily property that has been owned for at least the last 5 years.