A DST is like owning a property in a partnership, but is technically held in the same name as what the old property was held.  

And always have reserves to handle any unexpected issues.

The issue is not the contract, the issue is going to be enforcing the contract, the individual who was selling this could hold this up for years and cost you tens of thousands in legal fees, and then they file bankruptcy and stall it another 5 years.

That's a technical banking and legal term.

If it's rehabbed nicely, then you will no issues finding a tenant.

Any repair issues the new acquisition has you will feel to much greater magnitude due to the property carrying a lot of debt.

I am eager to start but can't get around the glaring issue of not having initial capital so I was wondering if there are any methods you guys would use to raise capital if you were in my shoes or is it just time to put my head down and put in long hours? 

Want to understand more about tax issues, liability, and asset protection regarding investing in real estate.

But when ignore serious issues, they get worse.

I keep reading about all the weird financing issues in this space so I wouldn't actually put money in until mid 2025 or later.