I'm definitely the "play it safe" type, which is why the buy-and-hold strategy appeals to me, and because this is all new to me I want to "start off slow", but I am open to hearing thoughts on other options I could consider as well.Put simply, if you were in my shoes, what would you do with that capital and now with one property under your name (if buy-and-hold is the most appealing strategy to you)?

Anyone can create a website and find a few students with killer deals to showcase but the question you asked is it worth the investment. 

@Yosef Lee I would love to get in touch with you , I am in your shoes!

Making your own clothes is not free because you have to buy the materials.Walking to work is not free because you had to buy shoes to put on your feet right? 

Unless you're on the beach, i'd avoid the flip flops and board shorts, but Also I think most people get defenisve or put off by suits when they are knocking on someones door, so Business Casual, collard shirt if that is something you'd wear or a Clean- Non Graphic T (unless you had your own made), clean cut dark denim jeans -- and some clean shoes. 

I think generally I'd advise newbies to put themselves in the shoes of the person they want to reply.

My struggle is the prospect of potentially giving up control, having the choices of team memebrs made by this company for example.Obviously, at the point where I see the potential members of the team to not be suitable anymore, I can definitely look for others, but i'm still finding it to be uncomfortable.What do you guys think of potentially partnering with this type of company, and what would you do if you were in my shoes?

We also put "Please take off your shoes" signs, along with a shoe rack, right inside the front door, to limit dirt traction.

This project showcased our ability to add significant value through strategic improvements, resulting in a profitable sale for our partnership.

Note that they were sub-1% during the COVID era, which is what allowed many delusional syndicators and funds to raise money for properties that were doomed to underperform.So ask yourself this as if you are in their shoes: you could invest in T-bills to get a guaranteed 4% return, then what is the premium I would require to invest in this person and their commensurate deal?