I would recommend looking for local FB investor groups, most areas have them!

He became a contractor, worked hard, and grew a successful business that produced a lot of money.

Working in a busy property management company, I'm often asked for advice on camera and alarm systems, and in rougher neighborhoods sometimes it can be a toss-up on whether to keep a property boarded-up between showings. 

I know I would get bored with not having a job or business to do lol

Real estate loans to owner occupied properties where the business of the owner is closed down - or SHOULD be, and the owner needs some time to sell the property.  

Best bet is to try local and credit unions, possibly may have some programs for better rates.

It was a great crash course on the basics of a RAL business from location, staffing, patient selection, and branding.

Having a local trusted partner to manage your investment properties is key as well. 

You did some fraud or such and I would want to know for sure before doing business with someone. 

When Helene/Milton hit we had local displacements and I suspended any rising rates (rising naturally due to spike to demand).