In return, I am looking to be a member of a team as I know I can produce results for them.   

When financed, even modest appreciation can produce great returns.  

First, if you're purchasing over 4 units, then this will be considered a commercial loan and the cash flow which the property produces is the main factor in obtaining financing. 

Sounds like your network will help you become a producer from day 1 which is tough for new agents... most agents close 1-2 deals in Year 1 but it seems like you'll be able to do more than that.That being said, I'd recommend choosing a brokerage that helps you keep more of your commission in your pocket, has data/trainings available at your fingertips, and presents opportunities for you to hit your long-term goals (i.e. financial freedom, passive income, early retirement).

@Neil Polehn the best way and the most practical and executable way are all probably one in the same.There are higher risk strategies that provide greater returns but, have more downside and you stand to lose more if something goes wrong.Buying in all cash, taking on a large renovations, and then using financing can produce the best returns.

Which would produce more equity and cash flow in the long run?  

All the electricity produced is sent to the power grid and then they sell it back at a deeply discounted rate.

I'm curious to see what everyone is seeing and your thoughts on where preferred returns offered to limited partners are headed into the future.Yields across almost every income producing asset class from bonds to stocks have been declining for years, and 2020 has only accelerated this trend with real yields (risk free rate or 10YR TBILL minus inflation) currently being negative.

For example, a 5% appreciation at 80% LTV produces 5x the return from the appreciation achieved at 0% LTV.  

That's $1000 a door▪︎So I own a property producing $24,000 a year in net profit before depreciation write offs.