I didn't need cashflow to survive on, just as it appears that you have a healthy career outside of real estate.

The reason this is very dangerous is because not only does it impact your cash flow, but it also impacts your ability to exit as pricing is typically based off of the NOI approach.2) Natural Appreciation: Currently there is some healthy appreciation in the market, however, is that going to continue at today's rate for the next three years?

A healthy balanced market is closer to 3-4 months of inventory so we've got a ways to go.   

At this point it may just be a waiting game if you’ve already offered a healthy price

This rental property will be designed with a keen focus on generating a healthy cash flow.Project Blueprint:Budget: Allocated at $200,000, covering construction and all related expenses.Focus: To merge energy efficiency, durability, and tenant comfort with cost-effective construction strategies, making the rentals both affordable and sustainable.Location: Currently scouting – I'm open to suggestions and insights on ideal locations supporting this vision.Strategic Planning:Efficient Design & Planning: I'm considering compact, multi-functional layouts to optimize space usage and incorporate cost-saving construction methods without compromising quality.Sustainability & Efficiency: The plan includes investing in top-notch insulation, air sealing, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable materials to reduce the building's carbon footprint and operational costs.Budget Management & Cost-Saving Initiatives: Careful budgeting and exploring value engineering options are crucial, alongside seeking out grants or incentives for energy-efficient building projects.Community & Sustainability Goals: To create shared amenities to foster a community feel and implement systems encouraging tenants to monitor and reduce their energy consumption.Seeking Community Insights on:Cost-Effective Building Strategies: How can I ensure the project remains within budget while achieving high sustainability and efficiency standards?

Make sure you have healthy reserves and access to money if you need it.

Would you mind if I PM you to avoid (what I anticipate to be) a healthy amount of back and forth between us in this post? 

I want to have an idea of how healthy this company is to see if I should invest $100k in their real estate fund.

Separate the wheat from the chaff.When you meet them in the street, just say hello with a smile--you never know-- your next painter (or other) might be their cousin--recommended to you by them, as that nice landlord.Good Luck!

looking to meet others involved in the Green Healthy home certification process I see i can get up to $6300 per multi Family property reimbursed to be Green Heathy Home certified and know Rents are higher in certified buildings. spending a little to improve properties seems to generate  30%  Instant appreciation  so let's meet up it's time to rebuild. connect and suggest times to meet or just Zoom?