I don't know how difficult of a task this would be, but suspect it would make for better quality forum content. 

Focus on saving, building your credit, and connecting with local investors.

It takes time and effort to build up to the point where you’re not relying on a W2 job, but starting now puts you on the right path.If you have any questions about investing or need guidance as you get started, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Based on that number of units I would expect much higher figures - did you buy these buildings all/mostly cash?

If you want good contractors out there quickly , pay their price and pay it quickly . 12 months is too long , we can build a 3000 sq ft house ground up in 3 months . 

Plus, other routine tasks like transferring loans and providing payoffs were way more difficult with them than it should have been.

The BRRRR method is a great way to quickly build up a rental portfolio and considering you are in one of the fastest appreciating markets in the US, you will be able to profit off of appreciation as well as rental income.I am a real estate agent for off-market distressed properties here in Fort Worth, Arlington and surrounding areas.

I was thinking that by giving a single builder rights to build on the land, I would get 1% of each contract price, something along those lines.

I would focus on being an agent and building that business.

It’s a great way to get your feet wet in real estate while building equity.