He provided the property and I provided the labor + materials.

Could you provide the author's name?

All of Metro Detroit's S8 providers have closed waiting lists they open for a couple of weeks every 2-3 years. 2) Anyone claiming there's a shortage of S8 rentals, doesn't understand the market dynamics.

Now I still try to help people and provide value but I’ve been effectively giving that away for free.

The plan sponsor selects a firm to provide overall administration, and also selects numerous investment options for participants to choose from.

You hit the nail on the head with the value we are trying to provide; a fee in exchange for saving an investor potentially years of headaches and lost opportunity going through team after team until they find the right fit.

Most capital providers require a 700+ FICO for a Cash-Out Refinance of 5+ units and six months of seasoning to use a new appraised value instead of the cost-based approach.

I think the biggest thing is coming off as a business person who can provide value to buyers and sellers.

Negotiated with subsidy providers for a 3% rent increase and tenant paid utilities.

And despite high inflation and the necessary reaction of high rates (even though it was the government that caused the inflation in the first place) the economy is humming, stock market up, home prices for homeowners have contributed immensely to their net worth, technology is doing amazing things and providing ample opportunity for those born into less fortunate situations to escape and succeed.