They gather your information, assess your needs and the deal, then find the best lender that meets what you need.

I think the majority of the confusion likely comes from the fact that most all of the builders that have inventory on our marketplace are offering unique incentives like extensive rate buy downs, free PM & maintenance guarantees, up to 10% price reductions or up to 10% cash back, etc. 

The meetup forum is a good resource for some groups but some of the groups will also post here on Bigger Pockets Marketplace too.

Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks and mitigate them before investing.2.

Craigslist is a good place to sell land, as is Facebook marketplace

For FB, you could use marketplace + boost.

Hi @Michael Hayes,Have you checked out the options on Carrot's Marketplace page?

Here’s how to navigate these issues and negotiate with "AS-IS" sellers.Step 1: Asking the Right QuestionsDuring the initial phone call or walkthrough, I ask the seller key questions to assess the condition of the well and septic systems:Do you have any well reports, logs, purity tests, or flow tests?

In alignment with Jason's suggestion, it is advisable to explore various financing options for your property acquisition, potentially enabling higher leverage.Regarding the advice from your Realtor advocating for more expensive multifamily properties due to reduced competition, it is crucial to critically assess whether this aligns with your investment objectives.

I've seen some clients in Denver throw in whatever furnishings they find on Craigslist or FB Marketplace and then wonder why their short-term rental numbers aren't great.