So my challenges will be either to find a lender willing to accept debt for the down payment or raising the entire capital stack but I'm not sure I would have enough 'friends' to raise that much and the more members in the LLC, the more it acts like a security.When I stated 'avoiding the bank requirements,' I was referring to the process of going through committee approval, extra documentation, negotiating any covenants, etc. 

Just figure out if you're after appreciation or cash flow.

Analyze financing and cash flow to assess return on investment.

I see some interesting deals and want to validate the company through investors. 

Lockbox installationKey duplication, meeting locksmiths, digital lock code changesMeeting cleaners, landscapers, tradespeopleProperty walk-throughs via phone and/or video conferencing Move-in and move-out inspectionsPlacing signage on propertiesPhotos and videosProperty description copy writingScheduling contractors and tradespeople for vacant propertiesStatus reports on contractor/tradespeople progressProperty drive byMail pickupDocument delivery

The 3rd is beginning her nursing career so her stuff is solid.On a personal note, I had to put myself through college with no help from anyone but always worked hard and paid my way.

I wouldn't go up more than once a year for a walk through and make sure to set that expectation upfront with the tenants.

Hi Gaya,Creating an off-market pipeline could be a great strategy for you to not only get great deals but build consistency and control over deal flow.

On the calls, they only go through Zillow and tell you to scroll and click FAST 😬 and you can find listings by the owner, not a realtor representing the owner.

Plus, you get a steady flow of cash from the buyer's payments, which can be super handy, especially if you're retired and looking for a consistent income stream.