@Emeka Okeke, while it can be debated, in my opinion, by far, one of the more simplistic ways to take action and learn the ropes of real estate investing, all while mitigating risk, is to house hack your first deal.

With 20 years of experience managing 30+ long-term rentals, a few STRs, and running a property management company in Central Florida, I’ve learned both have their place in a portfolio if you diversify based on your risk tolerance and the timing for your goals.

"Getting in" is easy; making money, managing the business, with the increased financial risk of commercial properties is a whole different game. 

Be very careful who you take advice from online, you should get involved with a local attorney and a local realtor.

That is the true value of participating in things like this that are a bit more involved. 

U need to flip the return  75% to the money and 25% to you if have any hope of finding someone to do this that is not friends and family.. 10 to 15% is way to little for the risk of being a gap funder.. if the project does not work gap funder is the one who loses money..

Since making a career switch to real estate, I've been involved in numerous studies adding my expertise in statistics and housing policy with NAR, HUD, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac.

Tenant had some risk items such as extension cord going from outside to inside which invited an inspection.

However, they can sometimes be higher due to the additional risk taken on by the lender.With a hard money loan, you typically make interest-only payments during the loan term.No, you wouldn't owe any more interest beyond what has already accrued if you finish the project in 3 months and pay off the hard money loan earlyIt's great that you're exploring different strategies for your real estate investments!

I'm involved in too many things, but that's what happens when you have a family and kids to support.