With your real estate background in TX and NC, you’re in a great position to transition into investing.

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

Quote from @Timothy Villa: Hey Everyone, I am very to to real estate investing and trying to learn about many of the different strategies.

Hi @Michael Goddard what are your real estate goals?

However, here are a few strategies to explore:Local Real Estate Investor Networks – Join local REI groups, meetups, or Facebook groups where private lenders may be open to funding primary residences under the right terms.Seller Financing – If the seller is open to it, you could negotiate a seller-financed deal where they act as the lender.Community Banks & Credit Unions – Smaller local banks may offer portfolio loans with flexible terms.Wealthy Individuals / Family Offices – High-net-worth individuals sometimes fund private deals, especially if they see strong equity and repayment potential.IRA or Self-Directed Retirement Accounts – Some investors lend money from their self-directed IRAs for real estate transactions.Since you’re willing to pay higher interest for a short-term solution, a contract for deed (land contract) might also be an option, where the seller keeps the title until you pay it off or refinance.Would you like me to connect you with any potential private lenders?

Hey John,I own 12 units in Detroit but currently live in California.

From internet search/Turbo Tenant:  'In certain instances, breaking a lease in California due to a medical condition might be possible.

Funny story, but actually one of our MTR tenants is an interim VP for Cone hospital who is in charge of their real estate development acquisition department.

I can definitely see why you're cautious, especially with the real estate landscape in California and concerns about the economy.When it comes to Memphis, I think it’s a great option for your out-of-state investment.

The property is always a close second, and the borrower must always make money.I attended a real estate club recently where they played “Shark Tank.”