I’m not looking for a step-by-step guide, but I know I’m not the only one in this position.

We have created work instructions for every step of the process so we can maintain consistency in how we evaluate properties, communicate with tenants, market our properties, handle rent increases, manage property turnover, etc.....

If you are open to non-traditional methods of financing, you could use a debt service loan to bypass that requirement.

If raising all cash would be my primary method for funding these apartment deals, what would be your guys contingency in order from most preferred to least preferred. 

I started this company because I want to be a source for people and be that stepping stone for people who want a better life.

I think this is a solid method for building a portfolio and wealth.

That should have been step 1.

@Kevin ApolinarioCongratulations on taking the steps toward your first real estate investment!

The expense tracker, reports and rental sheets (useful if you are planning to do the BRRRR method and need to calculate 2 different sets of loans).I used to have my own custom spreadsheets that I built but this one does everything mine did plus much more. 

It seems like a simple thing, but reaching out in BiggerPockets about getting started as a real estate investor is a great first step.