Pros to a GC are their network of reputable subs, management oversight, lien waivers, finishing up the job.

Good reputation within the community, which in turn could provide me more deals down the road.

We could buy 4 - 5 houses under this model.But I'm wondering if it makes more sense to sink some cash instead into a well reputed syndication, aiming for a 3-4 year exit, and derive the same tax benefits & appreciation without being a long distance landlord.We ultimately want to be able to move back, at least to the US, to do some more deals actively, but my husband won't be able to be sponsored into a new job, as that is very rare, so will get his green card while there, ie, can't really count on a job until after we get there, but to be honest, we'd rather have set up some deals so we could just have a model where we can not have to worry about him getting a job at all, and working for ourselves in real estate investment.And in the meantime, we are also considering moving ultimately to Brisbane, but we can't build that sort of portfolio up there like we can in the US, plus I'm not familiar with the market/taxes/ways to do deals there like I am in the US. 

They actually gave that word a bad reputation so I don't even use that term any more. 

Kaplan is another reputable online course.  

Or better yet, have 1 or 2 reputable ADU contractors bid the job for you during your inspection period (and I make a recommendation if you need one).

Plus, ample time is provided during the event for one-on-one meetings with these industry professionals so you can build relationships and find new vendors to team up with.Educational Workshops & RoundtablesLike previous years, SECO20 will feature speakers and educational content that will spark ideas for generating revenue, cutting costs, increasing sales, and operating your park more efficiently.SECO20 educational programming will include topics such as:Best practices during COVID-19Financing and options for raising capitalMarketing your community effectivelySelling versus renting homesCase studies of successful communitiesNew trends in manufactured housingTips for new land-lease community ownersDeveloping a new community (or renovating an existing one)State of our industry and its futureOnline reputation managementAnd so much more!

Also find a reputable HML that fits your needs. 

Confirm that the provider has a pristine reputation (e.g.

If the area has a poor reputation in the community, higher quality tenants will be put off, notwithstanding the property condition.