I have been looking for a guy to vac and charge if I install an AC when I do a furnace, ( I am licensed just havent taken my 608 yet no vac pump or charge scale either.) 

(think Warren Buffet on a much smaller scale but still a good example.)Yes, you can be average and benefit from a 401(k) or an IRA, or you can take it to the next level and understand how the system works and profit from that knowledge.

Soon we will be able to work alongside her, and scale into new markets as a collective group, getting more done and helping a larger number of investors compared to doing it ourselves. 

I am a beginner in real estate and looking to scale a portfolio as fast as possible.

I'm not a big fan of 10-12 units because you don't get much scale yet you have to do commercial financing so you don't really realize the benefits of multi except the education on how to execute value add strategies and navigating commercial financing.

The issue is that as you scale with this method, you will be increasing your work as well as the risk of mismanaging or commingling funds - which would place your liability protection at risk.

As long as you have the experience with ground up construction and the construction budgets are all large enough in scale you should be fine.  

I'm just starting with 5 doors but as I scale up, I want systems in place that make my life easier. 

No matter where you live or where you own assets, I personally recommend the Series LLC to be a great tool for the individual investor who is planning to expand their operation, as it allows for you to scale infinitely for FREE- check out this article to learn more.4th pillar is somewhat similar - you want to separate your operations from your assets.

People also talk about the broader market slowing down, but I like the idea of taking action now and using the experience to scale up if a buyer's market emerges.Thanks,Nick