An 8% protected preferred return or a 10-12% target return. 3) Our passive note platform (Swell.investments) has yield from 8-20%. these are loans we have already originated and are available right now and we are happy to keep vs. matchmaking or crowdfunding where you only get to invest if the marketplace collects enough investor dollars or the matchmaker has a deal ready to fund (what you call whole trust deed investing).

By house hacking, you're immediately positioned as a landlord, which will adequately pressure you to learn how to structure your leases, screen applications, collect rental payments, resolve the nuances of managing tenants and addressing property issues, etc.

congrats my friendHere is one piece of advice I have for you:As you attempt to find what area to invest in, use this website https://www.areavibes.com/Its a great resource and starting point for what an area might look like and it has something called a "livability score".

Time is a valuable resource and "spending" it everywhere at once isn't worth the effort.

We have the time and resources to purchase about 2-3 properties a year. 

“Does anyone know of a website or resource that reviews Real Estate Syndication sponsors or offerings?

I know this is a big leap, but any advice, criticism, or resources are greatly appreciated.

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

Here's a link to both of their PadSplit stories:Jeff: https://www.padsplit.com/host-resources/case-studies/jeff-we...Fernando: https://www.padsplit.com/stories/hosts/fernando-and-amaris-c...Quote from @Bob Willis: I am interested in talking to someone about the process of funding via DSCR the acquisition of a property currently being run as a PadSplit.

Those willing to go beyond that could be good partners for real estate investors.Traditional banks/Local Banks and non-bank lenders - If they are a portfolio lender, meaning they actually hold on to the loan and don't just collect your payment, then they have the ability to be flexible.