Buying tax efficient assets like RE in retirement in not very tax efficient strategy.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

(you know all the things we using in running effective and efficient private companies) it would be a different story. 

The local permit office is also known for its efficiency and helpfulness.3.

The build cost would be a little higher because i would use foam in the exterior walls and also use insulation in the interior walls for energy saving and sound dampining.

But why are people spending so much energy defending bad government policies?

One of the most efficient ways of doing that is apartment buildings, most of which would likely be rentals.

That equates to lost time, money and energy.  

House hacking and the BRRRR method are great for stretching capital efficiently.

Present the pertinent property details efficiently (bullet points, not paragraphs), highlight amenities (in-suite washer and dryer or reserved parking), and include your company name ("professionally managed by...").

A lender who understands investors, an agent to find solid deals, a contractor you trust to handle rehabs efficiently, and a property manager to stabilize properties quickly.For financing, look into hard money loans - quick closes, interst ony payments, short terms, etc.