In fact, I’ve learned that they owe more than the house is actually worth.  

I'd wait this one out until rates lower and you can refi and learn from it to buy better the next time around. 

Voluntary compliance may be the safest path forward, but every business must weigh its options carefully.To learn more, visit FinCEN’s official Beneficial Ownership Information page: www.fincen.gov/boiDon’t wait for last-minute surprises. 

With my parents in real estate investing, I've learned a lot about the industry.

This really has not changed much but has increased since a few years ago everyone was pushing overpriced deals.So if you want to make the most money in real estate - you do not need to learn real estate just be a good sales person and fake it till you make it.  

However, if you know Newark, you know where Newark breaks for the better appreciation (or will learn).

I’m slowly learning how to identify soil types but like you said….we can’t afford to be wrong right now  jurisdictions are different all over the US.. many still just use perk tests  others do the soil samples so you just have to deal with your current area and regulations.

Lessons learned?

Looking to learn and connect with other investors 

welcome. go to as much networking events as you can and mingle. there are great posts on this forum which you can learn on many different topics. the podcasts are great. if i can help in anyway, reach out