I often remind myself, the investor can set whatever price they want, but ultimately the market will determine the value. 

THAT is the kind of value Quest gave.

I'm currently finishing up a duplex in William Land Park, where rents will cover costs, but the value add and forced appreciation will give me $250k in equity.

You might also look into learning about BRRRR (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat), a popular method for scaling a portfolio.Network Locally: Engaging with local investors and attending meetups in markets like Dallas or Fort Worth can provide insights and connections that are invaluable.You'll find that momentum grows quickly.

For example 1031 tax deferred exchange, BiggerPockets could teach me how to do it step by step and provide the necessary paperwork that I fill out.

Bottom line, provide a notice in writing.

When reaching out, it helps to offer value in return—think about tasks like checking on properties when they can't, delivering materials, finding reliable contractors, or even handling basic project management tasks.Building genuine relationships and showing you're willing to contribute will go a long way in earning their trust and gaining hands-on experience.

I would highly encourage paying a GC to walk deals out the gate, have them give a scope of work so you can see what items costs.

US Bank, Wells Fargo, and TD Bank are among the banks that provide these accounts without fees.

Use a quitclaim or warranty deed to transfer the title, and be prepared to pay Chicago’s transfer tax, calculated at $7.50 per $1,000 of the property’s fair market value.