I believe a lot of these courses do work but the problem is they attract people who think they'll be a baller in two months in Real Estate just because the course alone.

What factors would make such an option more attractive?

@Aaron Bard the syndication route would likely be the best route to go for you.You will likely structure in either a 506(b) or 506(c) syndication, each having different pros/cons.To raise capital from those outside of friends in family, you will need systems and process to be able to target/attract investor that want to partner with you on your projects. 

BP just hits a small segment of the potential students that would be attracted to your program..

Just a teaser, we have some excellent new builds in FL & NC currently that offer very attractive returns.  

@Dominique Guinnane  thanks   1) keeping the price up is improtant to the seller  ( even if they are parting with the  credit / concession for the  temp buydown )    2)  the  lower  rate  for the  buyer  is enticing  as they  can  get a lower  discounted  rate  for  2 yrs   and then  possibly  refinance to a  permamnent  lower  rate/ payment when and if rates   drop ......thus the  2-1 buydown  can  be  more attractive to all parties  versus   dropping price  by 20K ( usetting seller )  and  having to  see the buyer  complain about taking a higher  payment / rate on the loan

Additionally, higher property taxes can sometimes correlate with better city services and amenities, which can be attractive to tenants.Cash Flow: While property prices may be higher in Philadelphia, rental demand is generally strong, especially in desirable neighborhoods.

She's very attractive and quit posting her picture on her card, ads, or signs.

There's a couple of things that make this more attractive than the other option sugggested of forming a new LLC to own the property.First is the expense and reporting involved in another LLC entity.Second though and more important in my book is that by having your LLC own a TIC interest and having your partners LLC own a TIC interest you keep the utmost flexibility available to you as you move forward with that property to eventual sale and possible 1031 exchange.  

Showing a property in bad condition is only going to attract low-quality renters.