Hi Geetha,The NCREIA meetups in Raleigh and Charlotte are a fantastic choice—they attract real estate operators at every level, so you're definitely in the right place to build connections!

Our family owned operation has been in business for over 10 years.

But I do refer any EMD request over to a contact of mine who happens to be one of those 20%. 

Hi all,I'm sure some have heard of the properties being built by Clifton Homes:Location: 9440 N Adrian AveThey are a fully vertically integrated operation (prop mgmt, construction, and financing).This is their deal:Cash in:  $50K6-8 months later:One time refinance to put a long term mortgage on it at or around 75% which gets your $50k back + 16%.

i wasn't in a position to buy it by then so i referred them to a friend of mine and he bought it. 

@Kristin Solbachjust to confirm... do you want to be an STR owner and operator?!

I am also an operator with 25 Airbnb listings (some that I own others that I manage). 

Operations and systems are my thing.

Some strategies to consider:Networking with wholesalers: Many off-market properties don’t make it to the MLS, so connecting with wholesalers who operate in OKC can be a great way to access these deals.

As an out of state operator, I like having the added protection of the waivers but using one or the other or both is really up to your comfort level.