Do you have a nice amount saved up for the activities you enjoy(I assume yes given a 30+ year in Tech plus you mentioning making lots of money already in real estate).If that is the case, what are you looking to achieve now within real estate?

Since we did $0 we are assuming risk of the loan amount, but can afford to take a small cash flow margin while someone else pays our principle down.We are working toward A similar plan as you as I plan to retire from the Navy at 42-45 years old in 7-10 years.

but they tend to be advanced, and/or higher risk, and/or more like a business. 

Quote from @Henry Lazerow:My guess is most of the deals selling go to newbies who have no idea what a rehab really costs or that once you open the walls the costs often go up 10's of thousands so you need a solid margin to make money. 

Negotiate an excellent deal and structure your syndication to benefit LPs heavily in their favor and the money will come. 

No real money to be made.

There's a significant risk premium for investor 2nds. 

I would review your PM agreement you signed to see all the terms and conditions you agreed to and how the money flows and if you are required to have an account with them with a min dollar amount for emergency repairs (usually $500-1000).

Let your STR start making money before adding cost in replacing the flooring.  

The people who are making that money are probably lying to you.