I'm passionate about learning the ins and outs of the industry, and I'm eager to connect with others who share a similar drive.Whether it's sharing experiences, seeking advice, or exploring new opportunities, I'm here to grow and contribute to this vibrant community.

It is the mostpopular software in the industry and all CPAs know how to navigate it which isnice.

Economic resilience: The Midwest's diverse economic base, including agriculture, manufacturing, and emerging tech sectors, provides some insulation from market volatility.As an active investor in Wisconsin and Minnesota I have seen a lot of great growth from appreciation and rent.

Like any platform they have advantages and disadvantages.Advantages:1) transparency: they publish the full results of their loan book, making them only the third side in the industry to do this. 2) underwriting: they have a 1.8% uncured default rate, which is good and is much lower than some of the other competing platforms and hard money loan alternatives (although not all).

So as far as I am concerned, I can only speak to the rehab part, it is a little off or light, also it may be that I come from commercial/government construction sector, so that might affect my opinion.

Like @Sarah Kensinger said, I would surround yourself with like-minded people that have had success in the real estate industry to motivate you and teach you things you may not know! 

When institutions estimate operating expenses for calculating the NOI and subsequently the DSCR, they typically use industry benchmarks and historical data.

If this was the private sector half of them would be fired.

I have been the Jack of all trades in the real estate industry.

I'd love to connect with people in the industry.