Those of us who have build investment assets, businesses, professional practices, etc. understand how much time, effort, planning and capital it takes to “scale”.  

You continue down this logic in later posts in an effort to establish the idea that financing a lump sum through a HELOC is better than just applying the smaller payments directly to the mortgage.

In some cases it is worth the effort though.

., $20K-$30K or 10-15% of ARV) to ensure your efforts are worthwhile.

Tons of double sided tape used which results in a fair amount of extra effort to restore (most cases paint comes right off the wall requiring patching sanding etc, some cases Good-off was effective.

Nothing is without effort in this business.You can say that again.

It is definitely worth the effort in the long term!

It’s also helpful to know that a T-12 is essentially an income statement or P&L, which gives me a clearer sense of how to approach it.Your feedback on Yardi is interesting too—it’s good to hear that while it has its limitations, with some effort, you’ve been able to tailor the reports to suit your needs.

The BRRRR strategy is doable for a newer investor, but it requires a lot of effort, consistency, and hands-on involvement—it's not exactly a passive way to invest.Whichever route you choose, if you're taking on the bulk of the work to analyze deals and select the best ones, it’s important to ensure your partnership reflects the time and energy you’re putting in.

Also, check if they have skin in the game (their own money invested), as it shows they’re confident in the deal and aligned with your interests.If you’re considering alternatives, REITs are fantastic for super-passive investors who want steady, low-effort returns—usually about 2 points above a savings account—but you lose tax benefits and control.