We were late to the initial auction and wondering if there's a path to purchasing the junior deed of trust and redeeming from there?  

@Angelica Rose - you can definitely break even or better househacking.

Yeah, renters should definitely snag their own insurance.

I definitely have some adjustments to make to my team and my processes for it to really turn into a worthwhile investment property.  

Of the two options, the syndication dealI can't imagine buying a property that does not cashflow or at least have a path to good cashflow.That being said, I suggest connecting with several other experience syndicator groups and doing your due diligence before choosing a group to invest with.

To furnace complications and more.Ultimately, the property is under contract currently with a reasonable path forward and I have learned a lot more during this process that no books or podcasts could have thought me.

Hi Arielle, you definitely still have enough time to get a 1031 exchange setup!

First, definitely consult what the laws are in your area regarding raising rent. 

It often depends on the definition of the zoning classifications within each city; based on the below info, I'm not sure which zoning classification a duplex would fall into.

Definitely willing to connect and talk shop with other investors as well.