I've been looking into NCREIA and I believe that would be a great way to get my foot in the door with some investors.

An attorney, a realtor, a contractor, a handyman, maybe some other investors. 

VA, FHA, CONVENTIONAL, DSR, and any mostly all creative funding! Look forward to working with some of you!

Quote from @Travis Mize: I have owned a flooring store in DFW for the last 7 years, and I've worked with both retail customers and investors.

Also, you must consider how difficult it will be to get good help (cleaners, contractors, plumbers, handmen/women) in a given area.

But here’s what I’ve learned over the years — if you wait until you’re “ready,” you’ll be waiting forever.As we wrap up 2025 and head into 2026, here are four red flags that keep new investors stuck — and what to do instead.1.

Deals are great, but funding is what makes them possible. Whether you’re using traditional lenders, private money, or note financing — the key is understanding leverage and building relationships.
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Everything a local investor would NEVER touch, is sold to somebody from California, etc. 

Bridge loans can be a great short-term solution, but timing is everything.
Have you used them to transition between purchases or refinances? What lessons or tips would you share with others considering it?

we do a lot of work with new investors in the Detroit  Toledo  area  always  here to chat   and love to connect with others