In my experience, the good ones are expensive, typically require a subscription, and sometimes they even do a physical inspection of your premises to verify it is a legitimate person / business in US.

@Heather Bailey while I live in my duplex, I have a standard Hazard insurance policy and I also carry an additional 500k umbrella policy (optional); both policies cover the entire building, but there's no separating it. 

If you choose to purchase from a turnkey provider or build your own team, don't be swayed into cheaper areas.  

Build a strong team, prioritize cash flow, and take the time to understand the local market and regulations, especially for development projects.

We won the deal by going $15k above asking price and waiving inspections.

I also have some capital to contribute.Could someone explain how syndications are typically structured, and how are people using Other People's Money (OPM) to build large portfolios with little to no money down?

There are reputable companies out there, however, but I would shy away from any company that mentions turn-key.Long story short, real estate is very forgiving over time and these properties cash flow well and I was able to build a great team for future deals. 

You can build a deck around them as well - or not. 

Fine-tuning your savings, building a reserve fund, and running detailed ROI projections will help solidify your plan for long-term success.Good luck!

If you want to build a large number of properties, get connected with local meetups.