Quote from @Nicole Laba: I work with investors in Chicago who are actively buying off-market properties, and Ive noticed that everyone has a different approach when it comes to sourcing deals.

What makes partnerships, especially for new investors, so dangerous is that you end up with someone equally inexperienced und undercapitalized.

I am a very new investor.

Besides reading and listening to podcasts, my wife and I attend a local real estate investor meetup that has been extremely beneficial. 

My friend is a big investor in Provo and has connections there.

Many investors set up LLCs themselves using state websites or services like LegalZoom, while others prefer an attorney for added protection and guidance.

I'm actively searching for my next investment and would appreciate any advice from seasoned investors and developers.

I would love to have a support of a group who knows what they are doing as I plunge ahead in my real estate investor dreams. 

I have seen so many investors straight fail at this attempt.

Your financial background is a huge asset, and it’s great that you’re starting locally in Milwaukee while keeping an eye on future expansion.If you’re looking to connect with like-minded investors, the Rental Property Association of Wisconsin is a fantastic resource for networking with rental portfolio owners, accessing legal resources, and finding contractors. https://www.aasew.org/For mentors, funding sources, and flippers, the Milwaukee REIA is another great group to explore. https://www.milwaukeereia.com/I’m a member of both and find unique value in each—maybe we’ll cross paths at a future meeting!