What I like about the above data analysis, is you can compare markets and deals verse each other. 

Just trying to get favorable terms as compared to conventional loans.

Many Gen Z buyers, however, are still in the process of securing their down payment funds or comparing loan options when they start making offers, putting them at a significant disadvantage.Looking AheadDespite these challenges, Gen Z homeownership demand remains strong.

Eric,, I think why people go for the fund model is the idea that they are spreading their money into multiple notes being held by the company.. while in theory this is great but as you noted you don't really have any security compared to being the beneficiary of the debt instrument IE debt is in your name. 

Establish what type of commercial real estate interests you most—retail, office, industrial, or multifamily—and develop a plan around that.

The industry is mature and margins have properly compressed.

Hi Kwanza,Bay Tek (650-204-1512) would be a great starting point, but I’d also recommend reaching out to Adler Builders (650-398-9030) and Mission Home Remodeling (415-855-7269) for comparable bids.In San Francisco, you’ll need a licensed General Contractor (GC) to pull the necessary permits.

Just to make sure we’re both on the same page, I’m referring to the annualized total return that is included in the bigger pockets rental calculator — I wasn’t intending to compare RE to stocks, but maybe I’m missing something in your answer.  

Deals like this are NOT GOOD for any of us in the industry it makes it more difficult for us to raise money for projects.

Just my $0.02 working in the industry.