Sadly this industry is ripe for a company to come out with a product that does what we need it to do, be versatile enough with it's software that it can expand and have the customer service that is accessible.

Networking Tips: How can I leverage industry events, meetups, and online communities to build relationships with potential investors?

Real estate there is generally not tied to a single plant or industry.

I agree: Pitch deck to a specific deal is the ultimate goal, but in the mean time, I need something to just show lenders, potential investors and others in the industry so it sounds like we know what we're talking about.

And also where it would be tough to learn the industry over one or two deals because the deal time-frame is so long (I could make mistakes that I didn't recognize until 5 years into the deal).In this case, we're talking about notes.

Rental fraud is prevalent in our industry so be careful.  

DFW AirBnB is getting expensive to operate and find good deals due to all the HOA regulations that are being implemented..If the property won't cash flow in LTR, then your option is limited to listing it, but I don't exactly know without looking at the numbers, as you can figure out some month to month strategy to lease the unit for a while.One thing that I always tell my clients is that when you are doing AirBnB or any STR/MTR, you are entering into the hospitality industry.

Also come from the construction industry on the material manufacturer side.

Relationship-Based LendingBanks: Normal transactions are always cold-blooded and policy-oriented.Private Money Lenders: Most often work with borrowers to create solutions and value relationships over strict rules.The Bottom LineThe power of private money lending, I think, is a pretty effective alternative for borrowers who need speed, flexibility, and customized solutions—especially in industries like real estate investing.

I grew up in the industry and still have a hard time with holding contractors accountable.