Thats a $22k difference between me paying a upfront fee and a success factor.

New here, but have been reading the forums for several months as I consider real estate investing, but am having a hard time convincing my spouse the potential "hassle" of a poor tenant is worth the benefits.Our situation includes both of us working full time w-2 jobs and our primary goal is to assist in reducing annual tax burdens. 

That includes the architects, structural and MEP engineers fees as well as the city permit.

Hey Chirag,One key factor here to consider is your return on investment.

Then, several single-family homes could fit the bill.Aiming for a cash-on-cash return of about 8% or higher is a solid baseline, but remember, this can fluctuate based on many factors including your specific market.

One of the biggest factors for people's pace is their risk tolerance.

Almost everyone here on BP will tell you that they wish they had started earlier, myself included. 

Then write up your own statement explaining it, to include the amount of rent income lost (or other expenses) due to the delays.

that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases.

Some of the core topics we hope to explore in our BiggerPockets profile include:- How our military experience has prepared us for the challenges of real estate investing- The process of getting started, from investment knowledge, to understanding different roles and titles used by real estate investors- The specific goals and milestones we've set for ourselves as we navigate this new field- The surprises, setbacks, and moments we encounter as we learn the ropes of real estate investingBy sharing our journey, we aim to provide a helpful resource for other newcomers looking to get started in real estate.