New-ish investor looking to build a rental portfolio in the Hartford, CT area. 

Im old school...my cpa is in the building next door and I like doing business face to face.

I’ve done a couple of fix and flips but I’m looking to build a rental portfolio.

We are considering joining a couple mentor groups to build relationships with more investors.

Build on both?

I'm still in the process of growing my portfolio, but have heard others 1031 all their smaller properties into a larger building and have a property management company manage, OR, set up a seller financing deal with another buyer that gives you the cash flow you desire. 

I want to work with great people, build long-lasting relationships, and help them grow their wealth while doing what I love.Here’s where I could use your insights:Raising Capital: What’s the best approach for attracting investors who are interested in partnering on real estate development and redevelopment deals?

Investment Info:Townhouse fix & flip investment. 159 W 129th St is a multi-family building located in the heart of Harlem, New York.

The drawback is you need to build trust and relationships upfront.Both have their place, but private money tends to offer more flexibility, while hard money is more structured and accessible if you lack personal connections.

Personal criteria, building criteria and area criteria will all affect the way a deal appears on paper. two 100 unit apartment complexes, one in an A area and one in a C+ area will have very different financial breakdowns and interest groups.Want to know if a deal is good (for you)?