Much thanks to anyone who can weigh in with their expertise.

For instance, if a sponsor’s in-house PM charges 4% when the market rate is 2.5-3%, you need to assess whether those additional costs are justified by superior performance or could erode your returns.Ultimately, it's not just about the numbers or the spin—it’s about the expertise and judgment of the capital allocator.

I know probably several hundred co-brokes and I have worked with many as an investor before I got licensed and started a team.A combination of several reasons: Real estate agents are in an industry that is easy entry and it rewards networking much more than actual skills (let that one sink in), because consumers don't know how to vet agents and it becomes mostly about trust - so you work with your friend's cousin, because he said she's great.

It depends on your level of expertise and whether it is nearby or far, but generally I find this question unbelievable.

I'm hoping taxes/insurance aren't part of the loan so that I can put some credit cards to work and leverage rewards etc.Also, I've seen 1st lien Home Equity Loans, but not 1st lien HELOCs; hoping that product exists, at least via credit unions etc. 

It can be very rewarding!

I trust Robert's expertise going forward but at this point, the proof is in the pudding. 

When you prioritize your guests and pay it forward, you’ll often be rewarded in unexpected ways.

From there I told her I was working with the drug task force to shut down the illicit activity in the area and I would personally give her a $500 reward if she identified any of my units that were dealing dope!

This kind of creativity (or a massive pile of cash) is what's needed to "Cash Flow" in the near-term with a Boulder investment, but unless Boulder dramatically reverses course and halts the NIMBYSM that stops new construction in it's tracks, those who hold on for the long-term are likely to be highly rewarded.