that will tell a lot.. the mastermind i went to you had to prove how many deals you were doing they checked you out and you had to be invited... and there definitely was some of the top players in the industry there and quite a few that we know on BP as top providers in their space be it turn key  financing and wholesaling and also those that sell coaching.. ( which most on BP dont care for frankly)

Large and national players may treat you and your property as just a number. 

They already lost some major players due to the state capping rates https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/california-insurance-c... will all insurance companies stop coverage, raise rates or reduce what they cover?

My plan is to diversify my syndications by finding similar players in other good locations.

The PMC I left to start my own PMC had at least 2 "preferred contractors" related to key players in the office so high rates and poor service fell on deaf ears. 

And we are just beginning.Norada Capital Management ( Link )30251 Golden Lantern # E-261Laguna Niguel, CA - 92677-5993Professional poker players call it a “tell.”

He said several NBA players were investing.

Submitting real offers that you feel confident actually closing on and having a strong sponsor to work with that has a track record will go much further towards you winning deals.In short, you can pursue larger deals right out of the gate if you want to, but generally expect that it'll take you longer to win one and make sure you have the right players on your team so that you're prepared to win them and to close them once you do.

@Cole DobbsIn addition, I may be able to help you and connect you with some key real estate investor players in the Houston, Texas market since I am an Investor myself that have done most of these real estate investing strategies and also an investor-broker who has helped over 400 investors like you. 

@Karen SmithAs jay mentioned private lending has been around forever and it’s really not on the rise - I think it’s always been a large player in the real estate investment space for short term loans.