I think this could be a good avenue for me to put part of our money in with good passive returns, letting money that goes in ride in our Roth IRA.  

you can always do the old fashioned way- find a 2 -4 family, and rent out one/ live in one.

@Greg H I plan on rideing the whole process and do a quit claim deed 

Fashion was never my thing. 

The roof, HVAC, kitchen, bathroom, crawlspace, flooring, and paint will all have to be fashionable and updated if you want to get close to retail price. 

Terrific to have another Chicagoan aboard for the ride.  

I think someone is trying to take you for a ride.  

Once you understand how the machine works you realise the rules are only guide lines fashioned to meet the goals of different investment strategies.The 2% rule is better suited for those interested in paying off properties, which personally I do not support as a investment strategy, as opposed to those seeking realistic cash flow.  

Mission Statement – To use the vehicle of investing in multifamily properties of various sizes (minimum of 10 units) to generate wealth for myself and my investors in a stable fashion.

Their father flys in a jet and the son will end up riding a camel...The Wave or Cycle of Technology gave us a temendous boost up to a peak that is now over.