Looking to have some repairs done and need to find local contractors that I could hopefully build long term relationship with.

If not, do you know how you would do it as there are multiple ways, some of which are better for investors you don't already have a relationship with. 

I have a few different bank accounts with multiple banks for different reasons (business partnerships, bank relationships, etc.)

The best off-market local experts in acquisition position their area knowledge and relationships in every opportunity.

I want to establish a relationship with someone for future needs. 

Networking is key, and I'm always eager to build new relationships within the investor community here in Central Mass.Looking forward to seeing you there!

There are two idea I’m batting around in my head right now to get started on my REI journey – I can do it purely on the investing side and become a private lender or a source of hard money loans to builders/developers (maybe that looks like funding a construction loan collecting interest payments while buying time to better understand the dynamics and build relationships) or I can JV/partner with a builder and get equity (upside on a flip/sale) which would be more hands on.Curious what ya’ll input, what you think is the best route for me to dip my toes into REI given my aforementioned situation and current market.

I'm relatively new to commercial real estate and sometimes it's a lot to take in, but I'm super excited to be here and network, learn tips and tricks on real estate and investing, and build relationships with you all.

Hopefully you had a cordial relationship with the tenant.

The agent let me know the owner passed away and the seller has no blood relationship to the previous seller and knew nothing about the property.