The forum is very responsive and you will likely get a response very quickly from the members here. 

They are houses that nobody wants, which is why you can buy them for the price of a used car.And you are correct - real estate does not scale quickly when you are starting out.

The hard money lender I worked with was instrumental in closing quickly, and I partnered with a fantastic general contractor who helped me stay on track despite the challenges.

The hard money lender I worked with was instrumental in closing quickly, and I partnered with a fantastic general contractor who helped me stay on track despite the challenges.

“Ricardo, I like the way you’re thinking—turning a 2-unit property into a 4-unit is exactly how you create value and scale quickly.

Quote from @Robert Gunn: I would also be very interested in hearing student or JV experiences with Pete and his program.I stumbled upon him by chance and for fun (I've been investing in land for years) signed up for his "free" course, which he promises after he pitches his $499/mo software system (which is basically an overpriced CRM) and then after the first "Level" in the course, you are directed to a pay page to access the rest of the "free" course.  

Sometimes only one person to help you and they're not quick, or not cheap, or you just don't like the way they work? 

A prudent investor doesn't seek quick riches through shortcuts.

When I meet with property owners, I give them all the options: quick cash sale, seller financing, list it publicly, etc.

Here's a quick breakdown:Unforeseen Property Issues: Hidden damage, bad tenants, major repairs – these can eat into profits.Vacancy Woes: Empty units mean lost income, impacting cash flow.Market Downturns: Property values can drop, affecting your investment's performance.