If the entity is strong enough on its own (good cash flow, and the properties you hold have a significant amount of equity), you (personally) may not need to be attached to the loan at all. 

Having a strong why will help you push through any difficulties or setbacks. 

I like to manage the risk by combining strong cash flow (high margins), equity & cash reserves as a means to mitigate the risk of carrying debt. 

“A licensed real estate salesperson may obtain an additional real estate salesperson license and become affiliated with an additional licensed real estate broker as a real estate salesperson, if the salesperson: (1) obtains, from an additional licensed real estate broker, a commitment providing that the salesperson shall become affiliated with the broker as a real estate salesperson on the granting of an additional real estate salesperson license to the salesperson; (2) gives each real estate broker with whom the salesperson currently is affiliated written notice that the salesperson intends to affiliate with an additional real estate broker; and (3) complies with the application procedures under subsection (j) of this section.”

I'm very interested in the idea of investing in apartment complexes, and have thought about it for quite some time, but wanted to educate myself as much as possible before I committed to my first deal.

In addition, the person closed up the apartment before he committed suicide and did so during a heat wave. 

It is one reason I've avoided 'blind' property investing in an area without a longer term commitment to build such a team.  

Did you guys commit to making this a regular meet-up?

I’m committed to making this work!

I am now better understanding different people with different personalities follow different techniques and strategies.Nevertheless, you offer strong and valid points.