Dominic, I've found that participating on BiggerPockets forums, appearing on podcasts, and speaking at conferences have built trust with first-time passive investors when those forum posts, podcast discussions, and conference presentations show my experience, track record, and market knowledge to those reading, listening, or attending.This doesn't mean "selling from the stage", but instead, sharing actionable, useful information that I've gleaned from my many years of experience and from my own research. 

Whoever gives me the most business and has an excellent close record will first be presented with off-market opportunities. 

Lenders look at creditworthiness/balance sheet/track record and the collateral in determining the leverage they will offer.

@Charles Perkins is absolutely correct about "collecting all receipts, properly tracking all income and expenses and your basis for all assets properly documented and recorded."

@Juliann MoralaA GC is suitable for estimating rehab costs, but consider hiring a property manager or investor-friendly realtor for unbiased opinions.Video Walkthrough – Have them record a wide-angle video of the interior and exterior to capture the whole condition.Floor Plan Mapping – Use an app like MagicPlan to create a detailed floor plan with measurements.Major Systems Check – Roof, foundation, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical—any red flags?

Give fair housing testers the right to secretly record your call, trying to trap in a fair housing issue.

JimGo to the city’s assessor’s website and look up the property record.  

Just make sure to vet them carefully and ask for references from past deals and proof of their track record.

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