I was told initially that commercial deals(5 plus units) were based more off income property is producing than personal credit/finances but that's not entirely true.

If not, then you really need a strong legal structure stating how these properties will be governed going forward, including management, tenant selection, capital expenses, etc.

Wichita seems like its a strong market.

In this market i would only go that route if you have the resources to cover their initial investment so there would be no loss of capital if things go bad.One of the syndications that i am an LP buys MF, rehabs the existing units, converts tbe garages into max number of studios, brings all units to top of market rent, and exits with max NOI.  

Should have been my first red flag.She first sent two others to do the initial design, never informed me that she would not be there.

@Robert BishopTo prepare for your first real estate investment, build a strong financial foundation with a credit score of 700+ and an emergency fund.

It was a win-win, and it all stemmed from a relationship built on trust rather than mere profit.The Benefits of a Strong Network: Off-Market Opportunities and Creative FinancingAs I grew in the industry, the relationships I built began to pay off in unexpected ways.

If you can make some relationships prior to that with agents in the area who do what you want to, you can find yourself on a team or at a strong brokerage that matches what you want to do.

Partnering with investors, attending local meetups, and building a strong network would be key steps.

This creates a negative initial position.