You should have been the one who hired the building inspector.

Have the co-op take out a loan for 60% of building value, then charge buyers 20% of value in cash for each unit. 

Dwelling (Building coverage)The limit should be based on the Replacement Cost of the building (cost to rebuild withthe same kind and quality excluding the foundation)2.

build a multifamily property and continue that strategy. building is a different strategy that allows you to still enter hte market below value. this is what we build in columbus ohio for investors it's a 3 story walk up infill that's about 24x40 and 2 bedrooms 1 bath stacked 3 times. it's identical to like 65% of apartments that are built. you'd need probably 100-150k in proceeds.

I would love any advice on landlords' favorite brands or models that last well and are not complicated.

I buy and hold.After all the gut rehabs and new builds we did in the last 5 years, I felt the same way.

@Mike Levene cost to build per square foot is $200-$300 depending on finishes.So, you can start with that.

After that you want to build the relationship.

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

I'd bring island out a little more. my advice is make sure all rooms are 110 sq ft minimum. some of these look super small. we build a very similar one in our market.