Whichever strategy you choose, ensure you're adhering to IRS rules about prohibited transactions and working with experienced professionals to structure deals properly.Regarding non-recourse hard money lenders in San Antonio, I don’t have specific recommendations.

I personally learned I enjoy local investing in residential properties.

Quote from @Brandon Croucier: Hey Bruce,I recommend working with an experienced DSCR Broker who knows the ins and outs of the industry to guide you in to the right product and pricing for you. 

What I personally do is I will hire a local Civil engineer who has done subdivisions in the jurisdiction and I will pay them up front for a detailed feasibility study.

I’m passionate about real estate and am working towards building my investment portfolio, with a goal of acquiring five rental properties over the next five years.I’m here to connect with like-minded individuals, learn from experienced investors, and share knowledge along the way.

I personally don't know of their group but figured id link that article since i remember reading it and the name clicked. 

Great bunch of experienced and helpful people. 

You are still going to have holding costs and a heloc will just have less holding costs that you would if you were doing a personal line or hard money. 

Context:I’m seeking advice from those experienced in real estate investing and financial freedom strategies.I recently bought a multi-family property in Newport, RI, using my VA loan for $695K.

Meaning they went into a standalone bank account (not mixed with your other personal funds).