Building strong relationships with lenders is critical and the easiest way to do that is to be easy to work with. 

While I didn't want to stay there permanently, it was a stepping stone to build my track record. 

There's always more to learn and building a network is essential to growth and success. 

I am passionate about helping investors build life-changing wealth through scalable portfolios.Background:Currently pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration, I is fluent in Spanish and have spent a decade in nonprofit work and overseas missions.

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

Quote from @Trent Reeve: well, a company would have to 50 states and build in integration functionality for 50 different systems.

But H&R Block was "with Watson" at least as way back as 2018!

Focus on building cash flow and equity while targeting value-add opportunities to transition into shopping centers and strip malls over time.Good luck!

For path #2, you mean purchase & renovate a 3-5 unit building right?

So, an 8 unit building with all 1 bed/1 bath could be 1/2 LT tenants and 1/2 MTR for travel nurses.