Build a portfolio by establishing a reserve fund, leveraging equity, and networking with investors.Good luck!

One thing that helped me when I started was getting super familiar with the local market and building a network of reliable folks (like other investors and contractors) who could make the process a lot smoother.Feel free to reach out if you have questions about investing in Michigan or want to compare notes.Best, Travis

Today, these folks are my core network and absolute best friends.

Eventually you'll get a feel for good numbers and not-so-good ones.There are plenty of networking events to attend as well.

So this is a tricky thing.Accountant's / CPA / Professionals who get paid based on their knowledge and time normally do provide a 'free consulting' call to have a chat with them.However, please be mindful that the 'free consulting' most firms offer is very high level and moreso to see if you both would be a good fit for eachother.Sometimes, these calls are done by the owner(if its a smaller firm) or business development  professionals if the firm is larger.1800-Accountants is a large firm so you are likely first vetted by a non accountant whose main job is to get the sale.Best of luck.

We are looking to network with private lenders and other real estate investors in Iowa.

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.

Start networking in your market to find partners that can help out with your first one is some way or form.

I, unfortunately, have alot of experience in catastrophic losses and large scale insurance claims.This is my attempt to give back to this community and provide some of my hard earned wisdom in the hopes that it helps you navigate this horrific situation.Get a support network now.

Looking to network with other investors as I seek to expand my long-term rental portfolio (I own one condo that I rent out, now looking for multifamilies).