This is what the above illustration shows.Once you know the property profile that will attract your desired tenant segment, you can find properties, either off-market or on the MLS.You make all decisions based on achieving financial freedom, and there's little luck or guessing required.

Yeah, that seems the most attractive to me.

Just be aware that this adds another layer of complexity, and you’ll want to check with both your lender and a real estate attorney to make sure everything is set up correctly.When it comes to terms, owner financing gives you a lot of flexibility:Interest rate: You want something attractive to the buyer but that compensates you for the risk of holding that second lien.Repayment schedule: You can choose a traditional 15- or 30-year schedule, or go with something shorter if you want to be paid off sooner.Balloon payment: Many owner-financed deals include a balloon payment, meaning the buyer pays off the remaining balance after a set period (usually 5-10 years).

.; (6) if none of those intermediate descendents are alive the remaining half can go to the spouse of less than three years or to a predeceased spouse’s heirs; (7) finally, if none of these apply, all the property escheats to the county where the decedent died.A good way to visualize the order is to imagine the following scenario: Alfred dies without a Will.

I wanted to build because the area I’m looking is pretty competitive with STR’s and it has to be something unique and attractive and I feel this will be easier to accomplish building new.

Best part is I needed proximity to NYC when I purchased this property so getting in and out of the city was breeze which in turn attracted desirable tenants who also need proximity to NYC. 

What deal structures have worked best for you in making your syndication attractive to new investors?

The property should be clean, functional, and safe.A well-maintained property attracts higher-quality renters that will pay more, stay longer, and take better care of the home.

LTRs are not attractive with a STR unless there's a strict level of isolation.

To add to what @Jonathan Greene wrote:1) Understanding the local market, so you know what Neighborhood Class your building is located in, what Class your Building is (condition & amenities), and what corresponding class of tenants will be attracted.2) Using all this data to properly set your expectations and a realistic ROI.3) How to better screen prospective tenants, including catching fraud, so your property performs better.