Is it worth it and are there any helpful tips you can share for getting started?

Building is a lengthy process that requires coordinating multiple aspects, which can be time-consuming.On the other hand, buying an existing property is generally cheaper upfront and offers the advantage of immediate availability, so you can move in or rent out quickly.

We currently are in the process of building this, and we have more projects that we are working on for other partners to join.

What is your top tip to save money as a landlord or be more efficient with your operations? 

Many of the most successful (read as: founders that are worth well into the 9 figures, have survived multiple market cycles, etc) syndicators I know started by working in real estate for other companies.  

It’s not the RE making the money ( other than buying/ building at favorable pricing).

Fundamentals for a 4 unit will not be very different from other assets, its about getting good tenants, finding a good buy and being a good owner and have a great property manager.

@Richie LinnonAs others mentioned - what is market rent?

I have not used Zillow payments but looking into it. any other recommendations.Thanksnamal

They typically do not add value to the house, so when the buyers are looking at comparables, none of them sit there and say...well every other house sold for $200,000, but my gosh this one has solar panels....let's pay $240,000 for this one.Maybe one day, maybe someplace, but NOT today in NJ I expect.Only way I would even look at solar panels is if it is for your forever house, and you have enough land to install them on the ground, not on the roof....so maybe if you have 1-5 acres or more.