That’s super high level though and maybe still not the best measuring tool for analyzing markets. 

Always conduct yourself with the highest level of integrity and ethics.I agree with all the other replies and I have learned many(if not all) of those lessons the hard way.

My inclination is to move on, but if there is a big enough deal to be made it might be worth a deeper look.

Perhaps some level of REFINANCE might take place.

@Homer ReaganIf you expect to maintain some level of self-employment activity moving forward, the Solo 401k is likely your best option.

Just curious, mostly because I'm not the most patient person - how long did it take you guys to be at a level you're comfortable with?

This is perhaps the least risk member category.Limited partners make all initial equity contribution, pays no holding costs, earns 8% preferred (Level #1) with a catch up provision to the Sponsor on net cash flow up to 15% (Level #2)  and with the equity split afterwards  on remaining net cash(Level #3). 

But, unless the same care and attention to caring for customer needs, and wowing them with great service is maintained at all levels of an organization, it may not make much difference.

So I’m looking to buy my first investment property in about two years and look at the multiunit split level apartment or duplex or triplex what should I be looking to get in preparation for

What approx level of expenses I may pay for all efforts during due diligence period if I have to delegate it all to professional contractors?