Quote from @Drew Sygit: @Zach McKay start by connecting with @Samuel Eddinger!

I saw a post not long ago about a meet up in Shasta County not sure if they will be doing more but its a good place to start. 

Beyond trying to connect on this forum would recommend look in the BP Meet up section and checking out local DFW FB RE investor Facebook groups as well as Meetup.com and Eventbrite for local events. 

Compare this to other hard money lenders to ensure you’re getting a competitive deal.Reputation: Before working with any lender, it’s crucial to check reviews, reach out to other investors who’ve used them, and potentially even meet with them in person.Experience with BRRRR: If possible, find out if they have experience funding BRRRR projects specifically.

Quote from @Drew Mullin: I have some experience in the south Florida area.

•Next Federal Reserve Meeting: March 19-20, 2024•Current Market Forecast: 50% chance of a rate cut in June, increasing to 80% by September•Key Indicators to Track:•CPI inflation reports in March and April•Jobless claims trends over the next two months•Housing market activity heading into Q2For real estate investors, adapting to rate trends is critical.

We still do not have enough inventory to meet demand which is why we still have multiple offer situations in most parts of the metro arear. 

I'm trying to meet more people and find partners as well. 

Quote from @Alec Barnes: Quote from @Drew Sygit: @Alec Barnes we use Debt-To-Income Ratio (DTI) instead of income = 3x rent.Reason?

As long as you're filing jointly, both meeting the 2 yr use test, and either meeting the ownership test, then the full $500k can be claimed.