My concern is that I have no interest in actively participating in management or upkeep of the property and lack expertise in this space.  

I’d suggest starting out by networking with as many other investors as possible and be an active participant in the forums.

I’d suggest starting out by networking with as many other investors as possible and be an active participant in the forums.

Too many newbies act like they've found THEE next Disney World, when if fact it's probably just an okay deal that will return 8 - 10%.2) You aren't directly asking them to participate, which is uncomfortable if they feel pressured to say yes or no to the deal for themselves personally. 

I’d suggest starting out by networking with as many other investors as possible and be an active participant in the forums.

Feel free to participate in any of the forums that are available to you.

Cap rates relative to now, used to be much more attractive - while I want to continue to be a real estate market participant in today's market I can't help but having the relative high asset prices and potential of the doom/gloom future nag at me as I am a strong believer in buying assets for below what they are worth. 

This is not a violation of IRS code.Example: many construction companies donate some labor or materials or equipment use when participating in a school construction project. 

,So, you won't be participating in this thread.O.k.

Also to add is you can partner with someone where you are the money partner, become a private/ hard money lender, or participate in syndication.