Then paint with a real expensive quality paint like Behr high-end products.

It can make leasing a bit harder since you will have more vacancy when those come do but it will all be in peak season.With respect to the hiring decision, you would need to hire someone to replace you (perform the same functions you currently perform) so that you continue to work up the ladder (spending more time on higher value tasks).  

To raise capital, focus on building a strong investment thesis, leveraging your track record, and networking with high-net-worth investors or experienced GPs.

I guess had there been time I could have done it to assure it would be a deductible on SchE rather than a closing (basis) side of the house.Even if you performed the repairs, they probably would not have been deductible on Sch E anyway.

Ten years ago they got it re zoned for high density , the neighbors fought it and it got delayed for 2 years .

What due diligence is performed to make sure a market will support their co-living concept and what percent of the rental market?

"You can make millions with nothing more than a laptop and a cell phone, and you never need to visit the property.

If your really needed it one could also consider hard money though that will come with higher rates and getting someone to give you 300k first time might be harder than just getting loan then you could refinance it later.Since your a high net worth person I would also try talking to local/regional and even big bank lenders.

If a syndicator finds a lead through social media and then does not perform as expected, then I am more apt to use said social media to air my grievances...  

I have one market I'm highly excited about at this moment.