I realized, saving to purchase one, house hack and then repeat wasn't allowing me to scale like I have heard and seen on BP forums/podcast.

Then you may have to do this via a TIC or a merger type transaction.I would discuss this with your CPA a 1031 expert in your area - presumably the person who will be helping complete the exchange. 

I want to help us both scale our operations.

You would need 400k to cover all your costs and there will be unforseen costs on this for sure.Right away you are looking at reduced leverage because of the scale of the project so you may only get like 70%/75% leverage on purchase. 

I am hoping I can implement a solid process to scaling properties over time, but need to take action and start with one. 

Then how many bought 3 or more, and scale up.

Your Network = Your Net-worth"Been watching Evernest's video's and they share a ton on "everything and anything" property management related so that's been a blessing.Biggest take away when it comes to scaling a PM is to spread the word about what you're looking at doing and to build relationships.Local real estate events, NARPM, IMN, etc...You want everyone to think of you if they are looking at selling or if they know of anyone looking at selling.I use to be "loud and proud" and a huge extrovert but I guess "old age" has got me hahaI prefer drinking coffee and smoking a cigar behind closed doors.But, I guess I'll have to start "shaking hands" and "kissing babies" like a president when it comes to networking again lolMaybe even do a few video's while not wearing any pants heheBig hat's down to Matthew Whitaker for scaling the business so much.I remember spending some time together in Birmingham when he had a decent sized operation of around 1,200 units or so.Now they are 16,000+ 👏HUGE...We initially met as I was interested in selling our property management company in Toledo and now we are looking at acquiring others heheTime flies, things change and life is funny.Thanks everyone for your contribution and wishing you much success

Have you thought about Wholesaling using Privy as your source and EMD funding to help you scale faster using OPM? 

If BRRRR is too basic, I may opt for multifamily as a better fit, even though it is not likely in my near future, as I imagine much of the coursework will be directly transferrable to real estate at any scale.  

Do you think I have to start with 2-5 units or just analyze the numbers and try to scale up to more doors (which is my goal at this point).