I left them recently like many others have in the last 5 months and even though our money was technically an investment and a limited partner contribution, they refused to give anyone their money back even after stating numerous times they would give people their money back if they choose to leave. 

I want to share an experience ive had over the past few months with my newest multifamily purchase, and highlight the importance of being consistent, telling everybody what you do, and what you are looking for even when you dont feel ready.

But I'm not sure how I would structure these deals or if I could even get these deals!

There's a post right above mine from a lender... there's always a lender offering $$$ even when people can't afford it. 

Steady Growth – Home to Ohio State University (the largest college in the U.S.) and major Fortune 500 companies like Cardinal Health, Nationwide Insurance, and L Brands, Columbus attracts a steady influx of students, professionals, and job seekers every year.Strong Rental Market – With a growing population and a high demand for housing, rental properties are in constant demand, making it a prime market for investors.Affordable Prices – Unlike other hot markets, Columbus still offers below-national-average home prices (around $275,000 median), giving investors a chance to buy in before prices climb even higher.

People even do this in Vancouver though it must be extremely challenging.  

@Daniel Vo, sent you a message but I am proof that you can start in your late 30's and figure this all out while still serving and setting yourself up to grow even more when you retire from the military.

Even then, $23K in closing costs seems hefty unless there's past due payments that need to be brought to current.

Yes, even I think some of these regulations go too far here in Colorado. 

We're relatively new STR owner/operator in Highlands and have been very pleasantly surprised with demand even outside the peak summer season.