you're just swapping a rental payment for a mortgage payment to build equity.yes, you can try to spin up off market leads; it takes a lot of work. 

Currently, it is generating about $4,000 in monthly rent when fully occupied.These buildings needed a lot of work.

My hope is to begin building my portfolio (probably fix/flips) this year while I continue to work with local investors on helping them build theirs.

Consider building a network of local contractors and service providers who can assist with property maintenance.

I've done my fair share of research, but I believe that having someone experienced to bounce ideas off of and receive feedback from would significantly accelerate my learning curve.I understand that relationships aren't one-sided, and I'm more than willing to contribute and assist in any way I can whether it's lending a hand with your projects, sharing resources, or simply providing updates on my progress.

Some quick facts to help you understand my build as a real estate investor. - Experience with growing and scaling a business (Started and grew my high-end tile business.)- Licensed Builder (wanting to build my own MF units)  - Skilled laborer. 

Hey Jason feel free to DM me - new wholesaler but experienced investor looking to build out my team and strategy more. 

Any advice on building a sustainable budget would be appreciated!

I wonder what policy large apartment buildings have.

The 1031 exchange is the huge tax savings move to get some more doors and build up that wealth with equity movement to larger deals!