I don't think enough people consider this aspect.Selling Stock: Selling part of your portfolio could work, but the 15% capital gains tax might make this an expensive choice unless the stock has underperformed or you’re diversifying away from riskier investments.HELOC: Using a HELOC on an existing property is a flexible and relatively low-cost option.

In The Tampa Bay Area local investor in the items inside the home/business but looking to get with the right people to build a team.

There are plenty of people who want to get into a home.

I don't see it as an issue but many still do, at least in my small town where the majority of renters are elderly people looking for low maintenance housing options.

Are there any local meet ups or websites on where to find more people who have a moderate level of experience meaning they are  somewhat experienced but still looking to collaborate and network with more inexperienced investors like myself.

Last time I checked only people who have lost a home are those who do not pay.

This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.

Quote from @Elias Halvorson: Aloha Diandre, You will get 100 people responding on here responding they can do it and their company focuses on it.

It sounds like a few people on this thread don't really understand how PMC's operate or why they may charge extra fees.

I think I would recommend people start class b but I recognize the challenges to get the numbers to work.