Hello @Malcolm Brown,Welcome to the BiggerPockets forums!

In a way I am a "long time listener, first time caller" jumping into the forums here.

https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1122635-the-s...For 2024, it will be a mixed-use personal/vacation property on which no losses are allowed at all.

Consider your investment strategy—house hacking, turnkey rentals, or real estate syndications—and start networking through local meetups or BiggerPockets forums.

It surprised me that he found a good BRRRR deal on a DM from a forum post... so here I am (because why not open up every avenue I can to reach my next goal.

If there are any others that we know of, let's share them with each other.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/1226631-real...

Stay disciplined and avoid rushing into deals without thorough due diligence.Resources for InvestorsIf you’re new to investing in distressed properties or looking to expand your portfolio, consider leveraging resources like:Local Realtors: Realtors specializing in distressed properties can assist in locating off-market deals and navigating complex transactions.Community Forums: Attend a local investor meetup or join online forums for the Phoenix market.Educational Tools: Search out webinars, workshops, or courses on investing in distressed properties.Final ThoughtsThe distressed property market in Phoenix is creating some excellent potential for the right investors willing to go the extra mile necessary to take on strategic risks associated with this category of real estate.

I encourage you to dive deep into forums, listen to podcasts, and connect with like-minded individuals.

It’s been a while, but I finally managed to get back into the BP forum—great to be here again!

Go to local meetups, search these forums for people that have mentioned that they do private lending and attend other RE events.