I'll share my thoughts on a few of your points:1.

Know where to draw the line so an unscrupulous investor doesn't abuse you and then share nothing in return. 

Investors Receive "Restricted Securities"Syndication investors receive restricted securities, meaning:They can’t freely sell their shares like a stock.They must hold the investment for a certain period.Additionally, you must file a Form D with the SEC within 15 days of the first sale of securities.

The key to success is understanding the nuances of the market—different neighborhoods perform very differently, and having a strong team on the ground is essential.If you’re interested, I’m happy to share some resources on investing in Detroit and what makes it work for BRRRR.

We asked for receipts but haven't received them, even though according to contract they're mandated to share them.  

If you don’t mind sharing, how much did you have to invest in your first property? 

Drop a comment below and share your experience with self-managing or working with a property manager!

They've got these city-specific groups where investors from all over the place come together to share the best vendors, suppliers, and trustworthy contractors in the area.

With that I can flex my offer to include profit sharing if needed.  

The house was $200,000, negotiated down to $190,000 with a $10,000 EM.Our funding letter states cash deal, up to $300,000 to be considered cash deal, no appraisal necessary (if you want to see a copy, will be more than happy to share so you know I'm not lying.)Closing was for 15 days because it was a cash deal.