To find private investors, especially individuals for real estate deals, here are a few options:Networking Events: Attend local real estate investment clubs, meetups, and industry conferences.

Don't take out a HELOC Jason, it's not worth the time it takes for the amount of money you need.

You have to look at your credit mainly.FHA will give you the best for the money, but that will depend on the lender.

They specialize in getting the most out of real estate investing. 

I still plan to in a few years do a 30 yr fixed cash out refi when rates hit low 5s giving up my rate and use that money for down payment on a LTR or maybe a new build for Airbnb idea I had. 

Hey Bugger Pockets Community,I just finished reading Brandon Turner's book on investing with little to no money down (amazing book btw) and I am interested in knowing what are people's experience with MLO's and seller financing.

You could structure a low down payment with interest-only payments for a set period, then refinance later.Master Lease with Option to Buy – Control the property now, generate cash flow by leasing it, then buy once it's stabilized.Sub-To or Wrap Mortgage – If there’s existing debt, you might be able to take over payments or structure a wraparound mortgage to benefit both parties.Hard Money or Private Lender for Reno Costs – If you secure a seller-financed deal, you can use private or hard money for the rehab without tying up your own capital.BRRRR Strategy with a Bridge Loan – If you can get the purchase price down, use a bridge loan for acquisition and rehab, then refinance with DSCR or conventional financing.Would love to hear more details to help structure something solid.

I invest almost exclusively internationally but I would generally never invest in long-term rentals, unless the rentability is very high, which it almost never is.6.

I’m interested in using hard money for a BRRRR or flip project, and I’d like to take the first steps toward making this a reality.

Quote from @Parker Bullard: I'm looking to purchase my first investment property and need help figuring out a strategy that will work for me.