Use a blended rate calculator to see what is more cost efficient.

From what I’ve seen, firms like Exeter 1031 Exchange or Asset Preservation, Inc. have solid reputations for guiding investors through the process efficiently.

Using an LLC and drafting an operating agreement ensures efficiency, outlines ownership, and resolves disputes.

You probably won't get distributions during hold.Syndications are generally tax-efficient, and Michael highlighted several key aspects.

Third unit is a studio/efficiency that I will live in. 

I think this is especially true in the context of current alternatives like the stock market, which trades at 30X price to earnings (a "3.3% Cap rate") or 1.6% dividend yield, bond yields which are far less tax efficient, and private businesses, which are far more active. 

Hands down one of the most efficient ways of learning the ins and outs of real estate investing without taking on to much at once. 

That way we know how much things cost, and which workers are on the ball and efficient.

Which is more cost effective/efficient. 

To streamline the process, I want to ensure applicants qualify before scheduling a viewing.It would be beneficial to implement an AI-based system to consistently and efficiently ask prospective tenants the pre-screening questions I currently ask repeatedly.