The amount of inventory out there at prices that a,e no sense is astounding.

You become the SME (subject matter expert) and then weapons go hot, execute. 

The trade off, in this market in particular, is most good deals are going quick, all cash, no contingencies.  

Here is a trade secret for situations just like yours. 

Originally posted by @Derrick E.

It doesnt look like that will be an easy strategy to execute in this area. 

Offer a straight-across trade for the desired property if you think it's all that.

I have the skills and trade knowledge for the hands on stuff but I don't have the funds. 

Don't blow it.If you do decide not to renew, give her P-L-E-N-T-Y of notice (far beyond what is legally required) of non-renewal, so she can smoothly move out.

If you want to be invited to participate with GPs in larger deals, you need to have one more useful skills to contribute to the partnership.Some skills that many operating groups need:- Ability to find deals- Underwriting, proforma analysis, rent comps, market analysis, etc- Due diligence and create accurate budgets- Asset Management- Construction Management- Investor relationsOr, if you have a high net worth, many GPs will provide equity in return for your signing on the debt.All of these things are valuable to operating groups, and if you're really good any one or more of them, you may be able to trade your skills for equity in a deal(s).