Power is in the community and the ability to network and learn from community members (BP is the perfect example)Gino

Biggest thing IMO is getting close to the train station and have a high quality units that may not look attractive on paper the first few years but will have the ability to raise rents consistently long term. 

Had the ability, experience, and knowledge to succeed4.

The lock off doors at Banyan probably play a big factor in the pricing of those units as they offer the ability to rent the units separately. 

I use a billing and communication agency. 

Many BP members rely on myself and a number of others to use our knowledge, experience and analytical ability and provide our analysis of the programs being offered on this site.  

I also value the planning element, especially if I’ll be setting up a trust, so now I feel torn about which option is best.EAs aren't going to focus on auditing and planning.

-- sort of depends where you live and if you want to invest out of state / have the ability to manage a team remotely, the best out of state investors are very active in managing their teams.

Or even interesting to think about the ability to charge late fees. 

Feels like the most straightforward plan to get from point A to point B and sometimes it pays to KISSAcknowledging that I don't know all the numbers you are working with, but if each deal costs an extra $3k-$5k, but because of the efficiency of DSCR loans and the ability to ignore your DTI, you could maybe squeeze an extra deal or two a year in?