So, in short, yes, although the underwriting and evaluation of a deal can be more complicated and longer, the benefits can absolutely pay off.

Your experience in property rehab will still serve you well as you evaluate deals and build relationships.Looking forward to your insights and seeing how your strategy evolves.

Show up to a local meetup, connect with an investor‑savvy agent and a property manager, and post your progress; participation multiplies learning and deal flow.

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I am evaluating my options at this point. 

Before evaluating syndication capital raising practices, it's helpful to clarify which category you’re referring to because the capital-raising strategies, deal structures, and control dynamics differ dramatically.

I am evaluating a property that is situated on 0.5 acres, but the surrounding houses are on plots ranging from 0.75 to 1.25 acres.

Just so other investors learn how to evaluate capital structures.  

Pay a pm and the profit is significantly reduced 4) alternative below market financing such as assumable, owner finance, wraps, sub to, etc 5) path of progress.

They require owner-occupancy (you must live in one unit as your primary residence), but you may be able to combine it with down payment assistance (DPA) programs to help cover your 3.5% down payment and possibly closing costs.USDA Multifamily loans – sometimes offer 100% financing in rural areas, perfect if hard money lenders aren’t available.DSCR loans – lenders evaluate the property’s cash flow rather than your experience, so first-time investors can sometimes still qualify ( depending on your credit worthiness and cash on hand.These options can sometimes work when hard money lenders won’t, especially for someone in your situation with a property that has strong comps.