Smokers tend not to stick around when things get too expensive!

Capitalizing on the power of referrals is another essential strategy.

Or get referrals from other fix-in-flip investors that have the ability to get you good references.  

I dont know if Don does land development deals but I am sure if he does not he will probably have a decent referral for you of a reputable lender lots of frauds out there as your probably aware.

We tend to complicate real estate...it's as easy as "Would it be cool to live here?"

However I tend to think a Section 8 tenant is more comfortable living off the system and are more likely to identify as a victim which is kind of a red flag.I own about 20 section 8 units and I like them (super gravy for the tenants) but my tenants are all over 55. 

Once you take down deals successfully utilizing your friends and family network as investors you will have  a track record and can use that success to propel yourself into new capital relationships, some even by referral if you do good by your initial investors. 

The idea is to find motivated sellers and help them through the selling process either off-market (wholesaling/investor purchase) or on-market (hands-on coordination, cosmetic prep, referral to real estate agent).

These tend to rent for a higher rate than traditional long term contracts. 

The following steps outline a practical approach to sponsor underwriting:Sourcing of the SponsorIdentify potential sponsors through various channels such as websites, referrals, and industry events (There are about 6,000 Funds and Sponsors in the USA).