We have questions and we appreciate any insight:- Does anyone have any advice on how to structure and manage this deal and secure financing?

Depending on the construction of the building (block or stick, etc), you will want to test the connection strength.  

Current plan is to take out an equity loan on the property (tax rolls have it at ~$300k) and use some additional cash to build 4 units, then refi, then build additional units until we have ~20 doors on the property. 

@Cody M.I would add a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment as a contingency to any offers on properties more susceptible to environmental issues (dry cleaners, gas stations, auto repair garages, etc.)

Almost every property on my street is a 3+ unit property.Now, I understand that I cannot build a quadplex due to zoning restrictions.

To me, that looks like a post to get business, but since you are new, I assume you don't really know the restrictions.To be successful on BP as an agent and advisor, you can't sell yourself and you have to have the background to help investors.

I think we pretty much agree on anything but we're commenting from different points of view.If I'm not mistaken, your retreats are focused on US investing while I'm focusing on international investing.

On average, my units turn over every 20 months.

Hello Everyone,  I am looking to start a rental portfolio and need some advice on where to begin.

Something to the effect that they will look at pics and video of the space and give you ideas on how to make the space unique with good style to help your place stand apart from the competition and you can purchase the material from the company as well (think wall accents, cabinetry, etc)I think the pod dropped in the last couple weeks.