Looking for a local connection with experience or network within construction management field that has done a development deal or know someone that has. Would love to pick your brain and chat, got some cool things to...

Quote from @Anthony Pitruzzello: Please note in my question: "and an apartment over a large garage/workshop in a separate building (for me)." 

These can help you build capital while gaining valuable experience.

After years as a Realtor and investor, I stepped away from investing for a while. Now, I’m rebuilding my portfolio while continuing to help others buy and sell homes. I’m focused on multi-family and creative financing...

•Building a strong team is key, especially for out-of-state investors.

Just curious what people have ran across to build these days?

Passive income is certainly the name of the game - building a real estate portfolio and creating generational wealth are key ingredients to long term holistic financial health and success.There are fantastic real estate investment opportunities in various markets, particularly in the Midwest and Southeast of the country. 

A reserve is unnecessary, but I still keep around $15,000 - $20,000 in my account.The point is, that you should sit down and assess your finances to determine what the worst-case scenario may look like, how much you would need to cover it without impacting your life, and whether you will need to build a reserve.

I want to build my network, get a better understanding of this market and share my knowledge with others.

You could use an LLC, Trust, personal name, etc.