I want to start building our portfolio and would love some experienced help with direction.Over the past ten years, it seems like I've had numerous deals/ideas that just didn't come to fruition and I'm just feeling a bit defeated. 

Now, I hire experienced asset managers to buy, manage and eventually sell the assets.  

I am located in Arizona and have been in manufacturing for 20+ years while my brother is an experienced contractor based in California. 

Posts like this are part of my journey to learn, network & connect with experienced professionals like yourself who have valuable insights to share.I also want to apologize for the late response—it’s been a busy few days, but I didn’t want to miss the chance to thank you for your input.Looking forward to learning & growing in this space & who knows, maybe one day I’ll be offering you in on an investment idea or I'll be the one offering advice to new investors!

So I appreciate the feedback that I have gotten from people experienced in this model. 

At the end of the day we can screen our tenants all we want, but cannot control what people do.  

We also do zoom calls and workshops 4-5 times a month, and offer different programs for both beginner and experienced investors.   

Your definition of "cash flow" does not match what experienced investors teach or look for. 

With an owner-occupied loan, you can buy a house with 0-5% down and get 30-year fixed rate financing so you're not dealing with adjustable rates if rates go back up and not dealing with a balloon payment in 6-24 months which is plenty of time for an experienced investor but not a whole lot if you're new. 

Whether you’re an experienced investor or just starting, understanding the dynamics of JVs can help you grow your portfolio and achieve your financial goals.1.