Traditonally the industry uses "Comparable sales" to value 1-4 unit properties.

I created my own letter template and started send letters in 5x7 Manila envelopes versus the traditional white envelopes.

An individual (like a person who just wants a better return on their money in a CD, 401K, etc...) may have the same terms as a traditional hard money lender but I've found they have more flexibility. 

If it were me, and I did when I left my last job 16 years ago, I'd transfer my old 401 to a traditional IRA. 

Also, you PM fees will be astronomical (8-10%) compared to the fees paid by 100+ unit owners (3-3.5%). 

Based on what I know, syndicator plans to use traditional bank financing methods for refi.

@Brian TranAppraisers value based off size (sq ft, beds, baths, garage y/n) and also condition.So if you have a 3 bed 2 bath in “C4” condition then he will compare your 3/2 to other 3/2’s in C4 condition.Condition ratings are ridiculously subjective in my experience.

The part that we are struggling with is determining the best way to pay off the debt and get the units under traditional financing after they have their occupancy permit and are rented. 

Originally posted by @Max Petrov:@Nick B.For me it takes much more longer) You  need to develop a model of a good deal and then just compare what you see with that model.E.g., your good deal may be priced at $80/sqft "all-in" in the submarket where retail houses are priced at $110/sqft and rents are above $1/sqft.You need to know these numbers before looking at individual properties.

I am just looking for any advice because with this in mind, shouldn’t I try to have all my future properties with lease options Instead of tradItional rent?