He ended up pairing his syndication investment with a small rental property purchase that allowed him to maximize his REP hours, which made a big diference at tax time.It’s a bit complex, so I’d recommend chatting with your CPA to see if you can group your real estate activities or find an alternative way to leverage those passive losses.

But the reality is far more complex.

Jim invested in a small apartment complex, and within two years, not only did the property's value appreciate significantly, but the rental income also provided a steady cash flow.Real estate offers a level of control and tangible value that can be really rewarding.

How do you typically evaluate or assess the level of risk when dealing with more complex scenarios, like foreclosures or borrowers with bad credit?

Be sure to have plenty of room for parking, as this can kill the functionality of the overall complex if you don't.

I am meeting with the owner of an 8 unit off market complex tomorrow.

That's why the infill lot strategy we work with in Columbus and tampa florida do a lot better because it's in and out and the entitlement process is not very long or complex for small infill lots. 

Plus, with fewer building structures to upkeep compared to apartment complexes, your repair expenses remain relatively low.Mobile home parks also have the potential for high returns.

I am also selling an apartment complex and I recommend finding who is doing it and connect with them.

The other townhouses in the complex and area are over $650k for the same size and square footage.