So I've been wanting too go out a network with investors and loaners/lenders but I don't know if their is any events that is real estate and commercial real estate investing based events in DC, does anyone know any events in the DMV that is good too join?

@Duke Butterfield no one can really answer whether or not real estate is a good choice for you - except YOU!

Now let's be real, yes housing values are up overall in the city, but they do vary by Neighborhood.

With a short sale, will the lender of the property pay for the commission of the buyers real estate agent?

Quote from @Na Wilson: I have a source (depending on credit score) that can do a 90% LTV DSCR loan on non-owner occupied real estate. 

One key item where I think real estate scales (might also increase risk) is to have them in the same area.

Find ways to increase income periodically to get the most out Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Additionally, I'm banking on a future opportunity to refinance.After less than a year, here are a few tips from what I’ve learned:*Hire a local STR expert real estate agent to guide your investment location.

You can find them in the Meetup section on BiggerPockets:  https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-real-estate-events-...

Discount Property Wholesalers, Real Property Network, and Coast 2 Coast House Buyers just to name a few.They can be a reliable source for off-market deals here in the Portland Oregon market.