The answer to this will come down to comfort level, funds available, and strategy you are looking to implement. 

Did you have to jump through so many hoops and provide this level of personal information?

Step 2: Narrow down your "buy box" (are you market-indifferent, are you looking for a certain level of cash flow, etc.).Step 3: Connect with real estate agents and begin making offers!

.: I am trying to learn and understand... someone told me that its not just size of the home or level of the flip that determines profit, and that in some markets, what is considered a typical profit is 300k based on the 70% ARV formula.

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.

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Did you have to jump through so many hoops and provide this level of personal information?

There aren’t many residential development companies operating at this level, which reduces competition and risk.

And the idea is that folks that dont know any better assume your on another level or up there with real MLO's and NMLS registered lenders  like myself..

Limited Housing InventoryThe number of homes for sale in Buffalo is significantly below pre-pandemic levels, with a reported 46.1% decrease compared to 2018–2019 averages.