I have not reviewed BAM's fees but it's likely based on their representation of UNDER 10% "skin in the game" that most of their "investment" is taken from fees deducted from the money gamblers place with them and counted as equity in the deal; this is a common practice in the syndication industry. 

Game to collaborate with wholesalers who can help me unload this property quickly.

But if your a W 2 and real estate is how you are planning on retiring by investing that is a completely different lifestyle and motivation and game plan. 

I've seen some well-known syndicators brag about having "skin in the game" when the truth is they invest $100,000 in $25 million deal but take home $250,000 or more in fees.

Without factoring in tax benefits and principal pay down, you're $1800 ahead of the game by house hacking.

@Stuart Bartle welcome to the RE investing game.  

The Pacific Northwest is competitive, so leveraging those connections can be a game-changer.Second, when analyzing deals, ensure you’re building a framework to assess not just the property’s performance today but its future potential.

Nobody will come to your aid, and it truly isnt even worth complaining because honestly this is a game where all that counts is the money.

It doesn't help with your tax issue but keeps you in the real estate game with a lot less headaches.

Hey David -  Networking with investor friendly agents can be a game changer for sourcing deals, especially when it comes to distressed properties and/or pocket listings.