can anyone you know in person vouch for this lender? 

You’ve come to the right place to connect with some very smart investors.

Whether the seller was open to a buyer commission or not, I wouldn't put an additional cost into any personal purchase.  

Of course most GPs have personally put in money to keep the deals from sinking.

I am still personally buying rentals but I am not expecting much in the way of cash flow at the moment.

While building this business, I started making connections with others in the industry.

Happy to connect with you. 

I personally like Alabama and Tennessee a lot, depending on what specific area you're looking at.Look for Class B or C properties in stable rental markets, particularly single-family homes or duplexes.

Let’s connect, and if there’s anything I can do to support you, just let me know!

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