For anyone looking to invest passively, pay attention to the returns that are mentioned by individuals like Don and Chris who have track record of raising capital for funds.

We have done breakfast, dinner, small workouts and break out sessions.

What I see most commonly is newer investors trying to get 100% financing with no track record or any form of confidence that the loan will be fully repaid. 

The log requirement to track the hours hasn't changed so something from 4-5 years ago should still be applicable now.I would create an excel workpaper with 4-5 columnsColumn 1 = DateColumn 2 = Amount of hoursColumns 3 = Description of property worked onColumns 4 = Task performedYou can create 'drop-down' features to reduce the amount of repetitive phrases.

I've never had more than 3 rentals at one time so easy to keep track and in excellent neighborhoods which I'm sure reduces financial issues.

They’re not the most exciting read, but I’ve caught early signs of zoning changes and policy shifts that could impact operations down the line.Market Tools (Rentometer, AirDNA): I don’t rely on any one tool, but using them in combination helps create a baseline for rent comps, particularly when weighing LTR potential against STR or MTR models.Local Investor Conversations: Whether it’s chats here on BP or catching up with other Phoenix-area investors over coffee, these casual conversations often surface key info—like permitting updates or changes in code enforcement—that’s not always widely published.Refining Internal Processes: I’ve been reviewing and tightening up our PM workflows—everything from tenant communication to maintenance tracking and lease renewals.

The IRS rules are strict: track every hour spent managing the property, and aim to exceed the 100-hour mark yourself before considering any property manager handoff.

Can anyone recommend dade and broward wholesalers that have the longest track runs?

If your goal is to qualify, focus on tracking hours tied to your own real estate projects, not general contracting operations.

Verifiable track record of sponsor in same or similar deals2.