Natural gas connections.

While you aren't going to have investors, i.e. it is very unlikely but not impossible, that people will commit to a deal before you have identified one, you do want to grow your network of possible LPs and nurture them.  

The pandemic has actually caused Waco's housing market and population to grow even more.

The tenants then tell us a few weeks later that they have some mold growing on the floor and walls.

You’ve joined a supportive and knowledgeable group, all here to learn from and help each other grow in real estate.

You live in one of the best cash-flowing-yet-still-appreciating states in the nation, near two of the some of the best growing economies (Cincinnati and Columbus).

Your best bet is to invest in growing areas that are landlord friendly and where you can either connect with or build a good team yourself- realtor, property managment, contractors, etc. 

Outside of that, I dont naturally feel I'm in danger because I have an accurate and grounded perception of what the situation actually is. 

Take a sincere interest in what others are doing and trying to help them and they'll naturally be drawn to you and want to help you. 

But have known of Michael for years and watched him grow his companies.