By any chance do you still have access to this group?

You get access to properties, MLS, and valuations that you can't get without a license.

The real benefit of using leverage is so that you are not burying your cash in the dirt and can access it when things do go wrong without losing the property.

If people are getting free electricity and water, they tend to be a little less frugal :) .Then check on insurance costs for a MFH and add that to your projections.Finally, talk to your contractors and see what requires permits, what their experience has been in getting them to pass inspections, the timeline and the cost.Factor all of these into the decision to move forward or leave as is - maybe advertise it as a 4/1 with a home office with outside access and get more rent that way.One last point - I hope that the addition you mentioned was done with permits and is reflected on the tax rolls because if not, you may open a can of worms you wish you had not.

Reading through some other forum posts, it looks like there are much simpler partnerships, entities, or offerings that would meet what I am trying to do:My Role:-Decide on properties to purchase, mostly SFHs-Establish LLCs or other business structures to hold the real estate and distribute returns-Purchase properties, using loans as needed depending on the ROI/cash flow desired from investors-Act as property manager for the properties-Depreciate properties held in business entities to minimize taxable income to investors-Distribute returns to investors-Create investments that have high cash flow (CF) and low appreciation (App) , moderate CF and App, low CF and high App-Find investors from connections, friends, and family with no public advertising-Advise in a minimal capacity on tax and real estate strategies-Send investment reports to investors-Be fiduciary to all investors-Receive compensation from PM and other management work I do related to the investmentsInvestors:-Can be non-accredited -Invest as little as $1000-Can use retirement accountsWhat references can people recommend for me to learn about business structures, partnerships, securities, taxes, or other topics to get me started on learning what will work for my goals?

Residential multifamily properties cater perfectly to this demand, offering flexibility and scalability in rental income.Lower Barrier to Entry: Compared to larger multifamily properties, acquiring a 2-4 unit property in San Antonio often requires less upfront capital and financing is more accessible.

What do you all use for access?

You can get access for free with a BP Pro plan to try it out. https://inveloapp.com/bigger-pockets/As for straight mail houses, you can check out Open Letter Marketing.

We have access to a few more!! 

Could you offer to have a pod dropped off where the tenant can store their belongings while still having access to them?