Thank you all for responding so quickly and taking the time to share your reasons. 

I'm happy to share any local expertise about investing in the area and get you connected with good folks here.Chris

Quote from @Chris Seveney: Quote from @Hector Espinosa: I don't really have many lesson to share this year but I hope next year I can have more to share. 

Thanks for sharing your insights Bonnie, I love the approach that you take! 

This translates to ownership or a fee, but most lenders want to see ownership.

If anyone has a DD checklist for such properties (and/or anecdotal thoughts on the same), can you please share?

I can share video of things being stolen from our apartment complexes. 

It wasn’t just about the property—it was about the lessons she was teaching her kids along the way.During the drive, she shared valuable insights with them:• How real estate can generate income.• Why patience and hard work are critical to success.• How to think creatively about building wealth.Once at the property, the kids explored, asked questions, and saw firsthand how opportunities are created through smart investing.Involving children in real estate teaches them:• Financial literacy in a hands-on way.• Entrepreneurial thinking and problem-solving skills.• The confidence to believe they can achieve financial independence.It’s amazing how small moments like these can inspire the next generation to think bigger and dream bolder.How are you involving your family in your real estate journey?

I'd be happy to share some insights or point you in the right direction—feel free to DM me, and we can chat further.

Would you share an update on your first deal?