Meet-ups via local groups or via zoom calls or private REI clubs/groups.Asking a seasoned agent in each city/county as well as a Banker/Loan officer will also help put a plan together.

What I was referring to was that I know two private lenders who have the borrower complete the Deed in Lieu documents at the Closing of the initial loan and then hold them in escrow during the life of the loan.

I think the main thing I am learning here is to adjust the profit share between myself and my private money partners.

That is honestly my biggest concern. 

If you have access to private equity then sure, but if you want to buy properties yourself then at best you are looking at 1-2 per year if you have really good income. 3.

My biggest concern with house hacking is giving up my primary residence.

However, acquiring your license isn’t going to be your biggest hurdle. 

But in my opinion, the biggest issue I see with folks jumping into their first "big" multifamily deal is the quality of the pro forma. 

Not sure of the area, if there are cool things to do there but the home is neat.The biggest issue is resale.

My biggest advice for people would be as follows.Know why your in the real estate game, and why a specific niche.