If you took the top 3 players to lunch or dinner quarterly, you'd spend a lot less yet gain a lot of knowledge.

Off season...)We are far out of town so having someone come by just because isn't really feasible.

Closing got delayed until the VERY beginning of the new tax season so there was an additional $3k at closing for the proration of taxes.

These forums are a great place to learn and meet people, whether you're just starting out or you're a seasoned investor.

Also looking to see more seasoned investors thoughts on these deals and markets and figure out my next steps.

I follow the IG's for fun, but keep it free)*Find a good mentor (preferably a seasoned investor - not an agent, or someone that needs the hope of a transactional sale to share advice)*Buy a deal only if and when it makes senseI think 2024 is a great time to be on the sideline and a LEARNER.

Have a friend call posing as a prospect and have them tell you what happened.We are in the peak leasing season.  

We had a list of preferred real estate agents we listed our stuff with to get fair market (maximum) sales price.If we wanted to dump a property below market value, we knew who the players were and would contact them discreetly - we didn't want any negative publicity.Unless you find a desperate, failing lender, don't see you having much success.

If you plan to BRRR it, you should chat with a local lender about seasoning.

Welcome to BP Ty,These forums are a great place to learn and meet people, whether you're just starting out or you're a seasoned investor.