I'm just beginning but am considering a bigger commitment in the next five years or so by accessing some or even all retirement funds to buy a building (I'm sure people have thoughts on whether or not that is a good idea!).

I'm always down to chat to people about REI, especially in the Pittsburgh market.

Uncomfortable silence will get people to talk.5.)

Looking forward to meeting likeminded people :) 

The credit committee is usually made up of local people who are familiar with the market they are in.

Based off videos and research i have done lots of experienced people say the homes should be under $10k.

I got tired of paying to live in other people’s homes.

My dad used to manage other people's properties but eventually quit because the money wasn't worth it and he always ended up prioritizing their properties so as not to get any hassle from them.Another way to approach this might be to go all in on one project yourself and see how far that money gets you. 

But I think if I can get enough people on board it could work.

Section 8 can be very profitable if done the right way, at scale, by an experienced operator, but I think it's one of the hardest strategies to start doing because of tenancies and government involvement.Most new people just think it's an easy government check and there is nothing that could be further from the truth.