I thought of option 2 - go it on your own - for years, but learned that following others’ proven models for success expedites the process that otherwise only experience can provide.

I do not like the commonly found Cape model home in Rockville.

Alex,The reason your closing costs from RM were so high is becuase they are a lender with a lot of "margin" built into their branch models. 

There are products that can finance the acquisition and rehab, but you'll probably have to refi after completion.Are you familiar with the BRRR model? 

Although the model is known to have 2-5% inaccuracy in general, I'm hoping that being trained on a specific chat history will buffer that. 

I have a lender to handle the financing, I used several modeling tools to evaluate the deal.

The SLLC model is a great asset protection strategy for real estate investment if structured properly.

., but even I would be very wary about pursuing a deal as advanced as the one you describe (because it would require a LOT of expertise that I don't have).Do you have a lot of expertise in real estate and business contracts, investment contracts and syndication, RE law, and local/state zoning and business regulations? 

With their expertise and resources, a property management company can help you streamline and improve your rental business, and achieve your business goals.

➡️Lack of expertise: Managing a rental property requires a certain level of expertise, particularly when it comes to maintaining the property and handling legal and financial matters.