Think of it as an alternative to paying down the loan with a lump sum to make it cash flow neutral.

Consult a real estate CPA or tax attorney to assess if the benefits outweigh the fees and risks for your situation, and consider alternatives like 1031 exchanges or installment sales for simpler strategies.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Back in 2021 when the market was on fire, sellers would be wary of financed offers because there were so many alternatives.

When analyzing a new build/“build to rent” property as a rental, what percentages/amounts are others using for:-Maintenance/Repairs-Vacancy-CapexI’d assume it’s less than than existing homes, but by half or is it safer to use the standard percentages?

When you sell, you will likely get appreciation - but that is not the main purpose of your investment.Direct SF ownership might be safer - also, it might not be safer.   

I don't particularly like FB marketplace, either...I just keep using it because it's worked better for me than the alternatives... 

MTR arbitrage may allow an owner less hassle and equal profit from their unit compared to the other available alternative of LTR.3.

Alternatively they can purchase a portfolio of occupied homes at a discounted price because the seller of the portfolio in most instances first tried their hand at selling the homes individually to the owner occupant and after experiencing 13-15% in disposition fees and expenses realized its not worth the effort and better to package the assets and sell discounted to another investor.Keep in mind, most of these SFH's are in stagnant markets meaning limited appreciation and if you ever took the time to look at an amortization schedule  there's no meaningful principal paydown for many years.

Are you saying this would be a good alternative to Pace Morby's Sub To program?

I understand the challenges and competition in this field and am willing to put in the time and effort to learn and grow.If you have any advice on how someone in my position could gain practical experience or alternative ways to get started in real estate without significant initial capital, I’d be eager to hear your thoughts.Thank you for your time!