My experience with S8: There is a reasonably strong correlation between S8 tenants and tenants that do not take care of a rental property. 

We don't allow any "deal-making" in the forums, which includes advertising your services or properties, looking for partners, etc.

I think it might be wise to get a partner for your first deal. 

Which I also would tell you that if you have trouble managing finances and poor credit I strongly advise against real estate as its capital intensive and if you struggle now managing money having more money and real estate only exacerbates that issue.

Great tools that get updated regularly.I am on the lending side of things and would be happy to hop on a call with you anytime to discuss financial strategies and help answer any questions you may have about nearly any loan product available to help you on your journey, even if they are not products my capital partners offer.We are all here to help you learn and grow.

It becomes risky if you buy an investment that won't pay you back in year one so having a strong buy box and knowing your numbers is key!

My partner's client is spending just under 200k for an ADU and will be renting it for 1800/m.

and i speak from experience on this end I bought over 250 C Ds coming out of the GFC in the mid west and deep south.. it was as you describe 2 steps forward one backward.. after two years and coming to same place you are today I sold out to my partners and let them take it.

For a truly passive experience you'd probably need to be an investor in private equity deals or be a silent partner on a project.

Welcome and happy to share some strategies in Greater Boston area that might work for you and your partner.