I want satisfaction- that all the work was worth it and achieved its goal. 

This way on a $300,000 purchase you only need $10,500-,15,000 for your down payment which if you maintain a low cost of living is very achievable every 12-15 months.

This is a tool that is supposed to achieve a competitive advantage in the marketplace, which will allow you to outperform the competition.Thus, if you are OK with me being nice, I'll repeat myself and tell the newbie OP that I think your tool is fine to use and learn from.

Cashflow – the numbers look good and give me leeway if I have underestimated renovation costs, over estimated rental income achievable or make other mistakes I am not aware of yet!

Often people meet at the beginning of the year and report on achievements to date.

So think twice before taking any outsized risks, as you already achieved a nice equity base, and you don’t want to end up screwing the pooch by taking unneeded risks ;)Good luck and keep us posted on your decisions…

The fact that you’re so close to achieving your goal is inspiring. 

If I invest in residential RE, it is not to achieve returns barely above passive options.  

Building a network here can open doors to partnerships, mentorships, and local insights.3.Explore the Blogs and Podcasts: BiggerPockets has tons of content—blogs, podcasts, webinars—that cover everything from beginner strategies to advanced investment tactics.4.Utilize the Deal Analysis Tools: If you’re considering an investment, the deal analysis calculators are invaluable for running numbers and understanding potential returns.5.Set Clear Goals: Define what you want to achieve, whether it’s learning a specific strategy or connecting with certain types of investors.

While there are definitely benefits to running a fund, it's tough to achieve success with funds as a beginner because oftentimes investors are attracted to the track record of the person or team running the fund.