Deals that fit my operating style, capital structure, and tolerance for uncertainty tend to perform better over time, even if the projected returns look more conservative.At this point, passing on a deal that technically works feels like risk management, not missed opportunity.

These are the small practical challenges that I find making prop mgmt really difficult for us to operationalize.

By the end of the series, you’ll:Understand the pros and cons of major strategiesCompare single-family vs. small multifamily with clarityLearn financing and management fundamentals that matterDefine your own buy box and be ready to act on your first dealThis is both a personal challenge for me to ensure I provide value and an opportunity for you to gain clarity, ask questions, and engage with each step of the process.If you’ve ever thought, “I want to invest, but I don’t know where to start,” this series is for you.Stay tuned for Post 1: Overwhelm → Order: What a Buy Box Is and Why It Wins Deals.Let’s start the year with focus, strategy, and momentum. 

Even so, they were able to help at times when I had technical questions about the legal process.

I had a call with two VC firms who were trying to tokenize real estate and I asked them the question, how are they doing raising money in tokenizing real estate when the majority of real estate investors are typically older and more conservative. the response was as expected, extremely challenging as tokenization does not really fix any existing problems, and if people do not fully understand it, they will not invest in it.

I have not heard of the IRS challenging, much less overturning a professionally done cost segregation study. 

Speed, draws, rates, or timing? Interested to hear what slows projects down the most from a financing standpoint.

Yes, but it's challenging.

Business discussions between spouses technically qualify but, as you mentioned, proving the time will be a challenge.

Looking to understand common challenges in the Southeast markets (NC, GA, FL, TX).What are the biggest hurdles you’ve faced—contractor availability, material delays, ARV accuracy, or funding?