However, you can connect with a lot of experienced developers in real estate forums like BP or through LinkedIn.

For your client's cash-out refinance on an adult family home in Washington State, it would be helpful to reach out to lenders who specialize in DSCR loans, especially those experienced with unique property types like adult family homes.Contact Local Lenders: Start with local banks and credit unions in Washington that offer DSCR loans, as they may have specific programs tailored for adult family homes.

To the experienced CA investors, where would you recommend they invest or other strategies?

I am currently, looking for an experienced investor to help me complete these projects. 

That being said they're not the cheapest, though I don't think anyone could argue that they're not one of the most experienced and best around. 

I would NEVER choose similar portfolio of REITs over those managed by experienced investors. 

The best thing you can do is to work with a realtor / property manager who's experienced doing Section 8 rentals and have good contacts over at CMHA to help you when issues inevitably come up.The process can sometimes take 2-3 months, but there are other programs like EDEN that can go a lot faster. 

Goals:Make my first real estate purchase by 2025Learn about different investment strategies, especially in West and Central FloridaBuild a network of experienced and aspiring investors

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