It could’ve just be my personality, but I always felt a little reluctant to be extra friendly if the other side did not reciprocate.

This is most conservative (retirement friendly). 

Best decision I've ever made. 4-6% average annual appreciation rate, stable job growth, population growth, drivable to the Bay Area, close to Lake Tahoe, no state income tax, 4th lowest property taxes in the Nation, much more landlord friendly than CA, land constrained meaning limited supply, etc. 

Hello Everyone, I want to do fixes and flips, Nowadays, I connect with an investor-friendly real estate agent, and we have a good and informative conversation.

My wife's friend's husband is a handyman who has a lot of experience.

And if you want an extra layer of confidence, find an investor-friendly real estate attorney or a knowledgeable friend who can help dissect the operating agreement.

Establish a relationship with an investment-friendly realtor. 

I lost money for many years in real estate, while my friends were enjoying life with their savings.

For example, you could showcase the family-friendly amenities, outdoor spaces, and stylish interiors all at once, similar to the one shared here (this is a listing photo, so I would recommend you change the text to fit your guests).

A good friend of mine, managed a similar transaction last year: he merged several single-family homes around Florida and exchanged them for a mid-size apartment complex in Chicago.