A brokerage could not care less if prices are 5% up or down, as a business the only thing that matters is transaction volume.

So, get busy on your listings. 

Hi Davis,I live in NC but invest primarily in Greenville SC / upstate with my business partners. 

I know you all are all very busy and I appreciate your time, and we look forward to hearing from you!

First two deals were cash, we were running business out of the locations and had the opprotunity to buy.. no brainer :)

Your taxes are none of the ex wife's business and this would seem to address your concerns.I would also put her on notice that future requests for financial discovery will be two-way and if a discrepancy is seen in the other direction you will seek support from her.

Just tap into what talents you do have and offer that in exchange for shadowing and learning about the business. 

and they're difficult to do, because you're up against businesses that do nothing but flip and BRRRR, and here you come along wanting to do 1 home run right out of the gate. 

Hey @Keagan Scott, so I don't have any insight into Gary, IN but here is a blurb -"Those looking to rent out their properties for less than 30 days (about 4 and a half weeks) will have to get a permit, pay a one-time $150 fee, and have a city business license.

I personally do not touch equity in my own home to incorporate into my business.