Don the deal maker :)  this scenario is probably more appropriate for @Chris Seveney sand box but one of my favorites was forming a great relationship with the state manager for a thrift they would feed me their loans in foreclosure..

I suppose I should have specified, but I am looking to invest in the US as the limitations and opportunities in Canada for the criteria I am looking for; Class C, Construction 1980's and newer, Price $12M-$17M, with 100 units or more is highly challenging to acquire, here in Canada.

Regarding the most effective way to scale a real estate portfolio, it really depends on how passive you'd like to be, your chosen market/s and risk tolerance. 

The lady probably in her late 50's, and the stock market just out of two years bearish.

Coastal Craft Homes is currently finishing up several homes from Blacktip and Beattie.

We just moved to coastal Maine from Houston (also sick of the heat).

This average goes up to 2.5 months for homes priced between $325K-$375K.Find the sweet spot in your market(s) and get to work!!!

I am in West Coastal FL with all of my listings within a 2 hour drive. 

Consider investing in low-cost index funds or ETFs, as they provide broad market exposure and diversification.Utilizing tax-advantaged accounts like 401(k)s and IRAs can help maximize your retirement savings.

That is, if the host happened to read that email.They sent out new terms of service at that time, and it's addressed in one section: "3.7.7 ...You also acknowledge and agree that we may on occasion offer discount pricing for your Property; provided that (i) any such offers will be available with respect to a broad number of Listings and not limited to your Property; (ii) we will provide you with electronic notice of such discount(s); and (iii) you may opt out of a particular offer."