The thing that the gurus never tell anyone is that the majority of creative finance deals are done by investors who don't need creative financing, that is their leverage and why they can walk away, thereby making them more attractive then the one person who can only do the deal one way because they have no money of their own.

However, I constantly see syndications advertising very attractive return.  

Open floor plans are highly attractive to many buyers, especially in the mid-to-high-end markets.7.

The purpose of marketing is to attract an in-person showing.

I’ve included a photo for reference of the kitchen which is the main attraction of the Mass home.Now I am looking to pursue REI long-term and am looking for tips on how those more experienced in the field have operationalized and scaled the property selection process.Our thinking for this first official investment is to either acquire a duplex/triplex and add our touch or acquire a single family where an ADU can be added.

From what I've seen, Jacksonville has attractive housing prices and rental rates.

Any way to capitalize on this garage outside of just attracting higher rents once I move out and/or higher sales price if I decide to sell?

No one is entitled to a Pacific Heights apartment, it is up to you to create enough value to afford to live there.My comment on partnership in solving the housing crisis has to do with California making it more attractive for landlords and developers to do business here.

I think it's going to be location specific for sure; where I am very few people hang out in the house all day long as they are usually busy hitting the parks and attractions. 

@Nadia Jones Starting and running a fund is a separate business because it's something that you need to actively market for and regularly work on attracting capital to invest in.