The people I’ve encountered in my 40 + years as a real estate investor and private lender who are successful have the following in commonThey are educated as to principles of real estate; real estate law; and real estate financeThey LEARN something new about real estate investing almost every day, and are open to realigning their strategy, tactics, and portfolio to encompass new information and knowledgeThey SPECIALIZE either in a strategy, property type or geographical area, and become EXPERT in that areaThey have survived real estate “depressions” where property prices have dropped 20% - 50%They understand the difference between real estate investing, operating a real estate BUSINESS, and having a real estate job.They network, for knowledge, capital and most importantly DEAL FLOWThe key thing to consider when you watch a YouTube video, take an “introductory” seminar, or read a guru’s website, is what is the subject persons BIAS?  

I am encountering roadblocks when it comes to our credit score (mine is good / his is crap), experience with flipping (I have no experience / he has 22 years of flipping experience) and the amount of cash liquidity that some of the hard money lenders want is still on the high end especially starting out.

Factor in mistakes, travel, taxes, regulations, bad people and any other variables out of your control that you will encounter in your journey.  

Anthony and his crew were the most knowledgeable counselors and negotiators that I have ever encountered.

Looks like you're in great company, your dad may be able to help you avoid some of the typical stumbling blocks that new investors encounter. 

I am currently embarking on a rental property investment journey and have encountered challenges in finding available fourplex properties in the current market landscape.

Most STR owners that I encounter love to brag about how much money they bring in, but then don't account for all their expenses and they certainly don't account for the cost of their time.

David, this the first PM that I encounter with such clause and it's so ridiculous.  

Please share your insights if anyone has encountered negative feedback or reasons to avoid doing business with this group. only actual review I found online was just posted on Feb 16th, and looks fake...  

I'm in a small Wyoming town, yet I have personally encountered dozens of ex-Californians.