Building a NetworkNew agents struggle to build a network that can provide them with leads and support.Solution: Attend networking events, join professional organizations, and offer value to others.

You can offer to buy the upstairs residents an area rug, but I wouldn't force it on them.   

I know some will differ here but I will offer my personal opinion like many others have.

However, if you feel you need their input earlier, you could offer to pay for their visit to walk the property with you pre-inspection.

If you ever are interested in a more affordable market I'd love to connect on what the Midwest has to offer!

.🎯 Your 6-Month Timeline:Month 1: Foundation (5-7 hours/week)Morning routine: 1 hour daily market researchEvening routine: Deal analysis practiceWeekend: BP forums & networkingKey Goal: Analyze 10 deals on paperMonth 2: Education (8-10 hours/week)Complete 1 RE courseJoin 2 local REI groupsSchedule lunch breaks with agentsKey Goal: Build your initial power team listMonth 3: Systems (10-12 hours/week)Set up deal tracking systemCreate document templatesEstablish banking relationshipsKey Goal: Ready to make offersMonth 4: Lead Generation (12-15 hours/week)Drive neighborhoods after workWeekend open housesSetup automated MLS alertsKey Goal: Generate first 5 qualified leadsNow, the Owners and Brokers you deal with may not enjoy this, but you can certainly "practice" making offers.  

The last one on this offering was in 1/19/22.Thus this begs the question, should they have been raising money in 2023 without a qualified offering?

Our company can Offer 7.5 30yr. 

I was a student they offered to sponsor a deal for and it has cost me everything, literally. 

Investing in Wisconsin and Illinois is a great move—both states offer solid opportunities for multifamily and single-family rentals.If you’re looking to connect with like-minded investors or agents, I’d recommend joining local real estate meetups or REIA groups in the areas you’re targeting.