What is it that you plan to do that is so massively dangerous? 

What is your plan on networking in NYC?

Provide them proof of your ability to find, fix, flip (or whatever strategy you plan to use), and then start with small amounts of their money.

I plan to put down $50,000 and expect to net about $300 a month from it.Does anyone have other options or advice that I should consider?

Speak with the director of development (they're not always titled that way, so just ask for whoever deals with area developments, new construction, rezoning, etc.) to ask if they'd be supportive of your plan.

If you are a solo-preneur, you can tag another investor in the group to assist.We have action-plans and drips for investors to use for lead generation via call, text, email, door knock, driving for dollars Most of this is done out of the box versus heavy configuration and customization like other systems. 

On the other hand, self-education through books, podcasts, and free resources is cost-effective but requires discipline and a clear plan.

Remember, in this model, you are planning on holding on to these properties as rentals so pay now in quality, or pay later in headaches and repair costs.

Earning interest outside a retirement plan sucks. 

I never was able to coordinate a consistent quarterly meeting for planning, I never knew who to contact because they have multiple levels of their workers and people were constantly moving in and out of the organization.