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Hey BiggerPockets community! I’m currently operating in South Georgia market.  I often will use wholesalers to buy off market deals.  I am looking at other markets that don't have many wholesalers.  I’ve been thinking...

However, when seeking a non-recourse lender, I suggest starting by reaching out to lenders who specialize in working with self-directed IRAs, as they’re more likely to understand the requirements.

I'm seeking to be in an environment with like minded individuals to learn and network to grow my portfolio and eventually network to collaborate on larger deals once I have a better understanding of the commercial side. 

Hi BiggerPockets community,excited to connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about real estate investing. A little about me: i’m new to the real estate world and eager to learn everything I can to bui...

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I assume that if the wholesale deal falls through the earnest money is lost and the "Gator" lender would have to seek the money from the wholesaler who did not have the funding to begin with.Am I misunderstanding? 

@Dawn MurrayI recommend you seek your own attorney in this as well - typically in these situations there is very little to go around but whoever gets the first lawsuit and judgment wins.