Quote from @Melissa Odom: @Ronald RohdeThank you for your response. 

(I am avoiding phone numbers and websites so this response doesn't get redacted)Good luck, Janet

It’s great for tracking payoffs and managing commissions or fees automatically while giving you a clear picture of your cash flow.For mortgage lenders, Lendesk is a solid choice.

Investing in Wisconsin and Illinois is a great move—both states offer solid opportunities for multifamily and single-family rentals.If you’re looking to connect with like-minded investors or agents, I’d recommend joining local real estate meetups or REIA groups in the areas you’re targeting.

Peter Lohmann’s newsletter is a solid source for staying on top of national trends; I’d recommend subscribing if you haven’t already.In Texas, I’ve noticed increased activity, especially in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Quote from @Stepan Hedz: That’s a solid list, and I completely agree that these types of real estate investments can be risky for those without direct experience or proper guidance.

When I learned about the situation, I knew I wanted to help preserve the family property and also create a solid investment for my future.

The trick is to know the market and have a solid strategy for your approach.

Quote from @Robert Bishop: Quote from @Caleb Brown: I would still focus heavy on stocks/index funds.

Without going into too much detail, my current situation stems from selling a previous company via partial owner financing, only for the new owner to default on the purchase, leaving me in this position.For traditional financing, I understand I’ll need at least one, if not two, years of solid credit history, tax filings, and other financial documentation.