You might want to join groups or forums specifically for private lenders—BiggerPockets is obviously a great place, but local REI meetups or masterminds could also help.Also, consider sharing insights or case studies from deals you've done (if you're comfortable) to spark conversations.

Kathy Hey Kathy, I want to say the Greater Cincinnati area as a whole, but specific counties include Hamilton county, Campbell county, kenton county (campbell and kenton are in Ky, Hamilton is Cincy).

Happy to connect if you have specific questions.

Probably TMI there lol, but hope that helps a bit.I am also from NW Chicago suburbs - Elgin, to be specific. 

The increased depreciation deductions can offset your taxable income, including gains from the sale of the previous property.

There's also a Q&A section where you or your bookkeeper can write questions for the property manager for specific tenants. 

@Chad Verdesorry if this comes off as negative / discouraging but rates are high so this is likely what i call expensive money.now on the other hand, if you can do a cash out refinance, pull cash out, still cash flow, AND you have a specific opportunity - fine. 

If you have specific questions about property management, I'll be happy to help!

but want to have my best opportunity at building business credit from the start and I have been told by a few people that a more generic name is better..... a name that isn't specifically risky, like real estate investing.  

This is what I see younger high W2 earners in the Bay Area doing.For #2 buying land- is that only specific to Texas?