They provide a nice centralized marketplace for syndications, which could otherwise be tougher to find.Now that I know this exists, and due to the fact I’m accredited (so I can invest in all kinds of fun stuff more directly than ownership of a public equity) I am wondering if there are other reputable platforms that facilitate direct investment in other alternative asset classes.

One beds are tougher because they turn over more frequently so your expenses will be higher. 

Definitely a lot more difficult to cash flow nowadays and it seems to be getting tougher. 

Our products under 400 still move very quickly with multiple offers sometimes, but over 400 is a lot tougher market than it was 2 years ago.

That is a good rule but tougher to hit today; the market frenzy has pushed cap rates down and at the same time interest rates have taken a serious jump.

I would say its tougher these days to find easy flips in the multifamily space, but if you are looking to buy/hold for rental income you can cash flow about $1000/mo (after debt service) on a $500,000 building (4-6 flat) in several areas.  

I’m in the Bay Area and deals are a little tougher to find but I know they’re there. 

Only issue is there limited to only a few states :\ Finding accurate phone numbers is tough, and getting them at a discount is even tougher!

Vince Mack Wholesaling is promoted as low risk / low cost way to make money in real estate but it’s tougher than the gurus make it sound.

I don't want to become a FT realtor for a few reasons (a) I'm not a 60-70+ hour work week type and (b) it becomes tougher from the traditional lending perspective when my wife already has her own business - I need to be the cheaper insurance provider on top of it.I'm curious about asset management jobs or other types of similar roles at REI firms where I can learn more in-depth about the industry - and I'd appreciate if anyone had advice about what firms would be worth connecting with and what jobs would make the most sense given my background.