Low leverage fits my risk tolerance.

The former is fine, even if it's suffocating it's just personal opinion of a lack of tolerance.

When vetting a syndication, different investors will do it differently... because every investor comes from a different financial situation and has different goals and risk tolerance.

totally hear you, pre 2021 in knoxville was a totally different ball game. again depending on your goals and strategies, your expectations aren't unrealistic. some deals may require more of an investment to make the numbers work like one of my student rentals that was a full gut project and took nearly a year to complete yet it spits out 15% cash on cash returns annually and i purchased that late 2022. investing in general is a risky endeavor, it's all relative to ones own risk tolerance depending on their position. we try and make calculated risks and look to evaluate multiple exits before pulling the trigger, yet there is still some risk involved. maybe a reit or syndication is the way to go if you want to be in real estate yet don't want to take on the properties yourself. either way i'm happy to make some local connections. 

Will depend on several factors like the type of property, type of tenants, your risk tolerance, other assets you own, your estate planning, laws where the property is located, etc.

Additionally, there may be limitations on rent increases and lease terms when renting to CMHA tenants.Ultimately, the decision to rent to CMHA tenants depends on your individual preferences, risk tolerance, and investment goals.

These can sometimes cover your entire down payment, making it much easier to purchase turnkey properties that you can live for a year and repeat the following year.Each strategy has its benefits, depending on your goals, risk tolerance, and how actively you want to be involved in managing your property.

Number 1 from above, allow plus or -1/4 inch tolerance.

It's important to do your homework and think about your personal risk tolerance and long-term goals.Good luck!

For personalized advice tailored to your specific goals and risk tolerance, it's recommended to consult with a real estate advisor or financial planner.Good luck!