If so, how was the experience ? 

So overall experience of your QI to work in a number of markets and locations is really the key. 

Traditional bank loans can be slow and have strict requirements, while hard money and private lending seem to offer more flexibility.For those who’ve secured funding before, what’s been your experience?

Quote from @Nicholas McCormick: Howdy-Does anyone have any experience with short term rentals in the Bloomington, Indiana area?

As the investor gains experience, they are not only able to more successfully foresee the “bumps” along the way, able to handle recessions, temporary negative cash flow, unforeseen capital expenditures without panicking, but will also recognize the opportunities necessary to turn a loss into a break even.

Quote from @Jerome Brown: Hey BP, My name is Jerome Brown and i have some real estate experience.

Sadly, on BiggerPockets, some are quick to label companies as scams without real experience.

I find it's very personal, and dependent a lot on your goals, resources, risk tolerance, location, experience, etc.

My name is Jamison Shaw, I am licensed general contractor with over 15 years experience in residential and light commercial construction.

The unique thing about this platform is that you can actually search reviews from BP members and interact with them about their experience with that particular QI.