Building a strong team (agent, contractor, lender, property manager) is key—seek referrals from experienced investors.

Since you're open to markets beyond NYC, you might want to connect with local investor meetups or REI groups in those areas to build relationships with agents, wholesalers, and lenders who understand the nuances of each market.If you're looking to break out of analysis paralysis, maybe start by narrowing down one or two target markets and running numbers on actual deals.

Hi @Lillian Pintaro I am a GC and real estate investor in Birmingham.

Found new build deals and negotiated with sales agent and builders How did you finance this deal?

Based on what you shared you are not financially qualified to own real estate.

I’m a Portland-based real estate broker and work with many investors navigating cross-state purchases.

I’m planning a trip to Birmingham in the next week or so to meet with agents, build my network, and hopefully find my first deal.If anyone has experience investing in Birmingham or has recommendations for agents, contractors, or lenders, I’d love to connect!

Finding deals can be done from on market with agents, cold, calling, mailers, etc.

Always underwrite conservatively Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I also continue to invest in various securities and real estate funds.