This is a great place to learn and to meet people so take advantage of all the great resources. 

As a younger professional with zero debt, I'm interested in learning more about the analysis and purchasing process of multifamily properties with the intent of executing an owner-occupied strategy.

There is extraordinary differences on the legal/compliance side between the two.For a syndication, offering equity for investors is the most common way.There are many different fees and structures you can go with.I suggest learning the underwriting side of syndication deals before engaging an attorney.

It looks like you’ve learned the perils of partnering and wisely understand the benefits of investing as locally as possible.

We are eager to learn and make informed decisions that will set us up for success in our real estate ventures.

I encourage you to do a Google search/competitive analysis to learn what others charge LOCALLY (commission and fees) before you make a decision. 25% is extremely high for the Orlando market.

I’m hoping to learn other ways to not use all my cash- to scale to the next level.

White shaker, oak shaker, or a light gray shaker style is fairly classic and timeless.

You're very knowledgable and I enjoy learning this stuff.  

mixed use or apartments only would love to learn more sounds like a guy to talk to