I may look into something more scalable/professional as I grow, but for having 3 units Venmo is perfect for what I need now.

We help produce a business plan for a potential business and then made a recommendation on whether or not they should go ahead based on that plan.Other areas you can look to for help are potential Professionals you will need (Accountants, Lawyers, Insurance Agents, Suppliers, etc.) 

I would consider hiring a professional photographer for a few hundred bucks and if you're willing to make the investment, get the furnishings updated and consider a kitchen overhaul. 

25% down, 30 yr fixed conventional Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I look forward to using BP to network and connect with other investors and professionals so that we can learn and grow together in our pursuits of self improvement.

Essentially, for accredited investors you can invest in syndicated type deals and own a % of a professionally managed property.  

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I'm an agent, I do some work with investors in the Short Term Rental market, my boyfriend has an Airbnb that we have professionally managed, and I have a decent working knowledge of the local (ever changing) rules.  

@Noreen Eddy, is it true that the agency fees come out of the bid amount? 

The professional money out there wants somewhere around 2pts and 10% and first position collateral.Banks on the other hand will give you 4.5%-5% money for first position collateral.Both of these lend up to fairly high LTVs, 80% or higher.I just mention these to set the window...Now think about it this way: If you have a family member or friend with $50k in the bank, how much interest are they earning?