I equate property management to intensive time needed and low returns.

The syndications appeal to me because of the passive nature but I’m comparing single family homes because they are the less time intensive properties to “landlord” in my area.  

However, Multi-Family residential is considered one of the most management intensive of income producing properties. 

I am very fortunate to get the opportunity to attend dental school with no debt out of my own pocket, but I fear that 4 years of intense studying on subjects that are not that useful in real estate will not only wear me out but also stop me from learning about real estate overall for 4 years.

MH parks are more intensive.

throw a basketball hoop in there and cement it. looks good for the open house

I have a background in construction, have owned rentals and done a few flips in the past, have a great partner that is also very cost-conscious, and we're using mostly subs and day labor to keep costs down, which is very management intensive.

@James Sloan As opposed to most people here, I'll say new construction is a smarter move albeit much more capital intensive and riskier.

They are time and labor intensive for the lender, a real pain in the tail.

You would not believe how intensive managing agents is for what little they produce.