When people is asking to compare syndication vs DST it means it's totally newbie question too sorry too say.I would say the DST is more structured like an REIT, it's the Mercedez Benz of Commercial Real Estate.In syndication it's more like Fast-and-Furious drifting car haha, some of the operators really wild wild west, they are running with DSCR 0.6x to succumb investor's money.

My commercial clients have still been busy over the last couple years. 

I would start by listening to Glen Sutherland's podcast called A Canadian Investing in the US - tons a great information for free.

Other than that, if there is anything else you need help with feel free to message me!

Many agents are lazy and do not take the time to add photos that illustrate unique characteristics, incorrectly add the unit numbers, bedroom count, or fail to verify the square footage that could be greater than the public records the MLS autopopulates. 4, Many MLS properties are listed under the incorrect categories (multi-family under the residential section, multi-family under commercial etc.). 

The house I just bought already had one in the back that I will be able to live in for free!

You can use a free CRM (or low cost) for investing like HubSpot and not make a dent.

If you ever need any assistance related to long-term renting (rental analysis, trends, etc) feel free to reach out, I'd be happy to help!

My plan is to use the grant to purchase  a duplex  and live in one side for free or close to it.

Living for free is the best!