The true definition of "owner financing" is that the owner of the home is providing the financing to acquire a property.  

In true syndications, a sponsor shares all financials and will do a capital call if market conditions dictate more capital is needed.

I enjoy networking and talking shop. 

Be cautious of any promises that seem too good to be true, especially around funding or guarantees of success.

Various industries are now starting to utilize it for true real world services. 

This is my smallest property but the biggest PIA to get lending on since I can't shop it to Fannie/Freddie and competitors.

Aim to rep seller but if they are unwilling to work with you, ask if they'd still be willing to allow you to shop the deal around to your buyers.

It is true that as much as it is tempting and desirable to focus on a hundred things at the same time, actually staying focused on a specific thing and trying to master it is a difficult skill.

This is especially true since I often look for properties that allow for tax grievance potential too further increasing cash flow.

Wow, that almost sounds too good to be true. 10% on the PM fee?