True that. 99% of people will stay on the internet, analyzing deals and doing research but when the time comes to pull the trigger on a deal they'll do absolutely nothing. 

I joined this forum to connect with others, learn from those who’ve been in my shoes, and maybe even find people to partner with in the future.If you’ve got any tips, especially around raising capital or structuring your first deal, I’d love to hear them!

The reality is that this isn't people crashing on the couch while we're out of town anymore. 

I would love to connect with people in regards to long term rental investing.

Many people opted to stay in their current homes rather than take on new leases, contributing to longer vacancies for available properties.3.

It is my understanding that people refinance and then use those funds other ways (personal living, investing, some to buy another property) as a means to minimize tax obligation. 

You should find a lot of resources on BP but I think the most useful people to talk to would be MF builders and local officials in your target areas.

NC is a great market for your goals, however it will be challenging to find inventory that has much cash flow; many people who toss money into multifamily here do it to avoid the tax bill + take the 10 year runway of growth.How much SHF RE do you currently have?

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

At least I assume you are an expert on OH so you’ll do better than the people who are already investing there.