Eventbright is a great resource as well.

I want this to be an open discussion where we can all share resources and insights to help brokers build and grow their businesses in 2025.

also, happy to chat vendors, contractors, any other suggestions, etc. with you and be a resource anyway I can!

With a large portion of the incoming migration coming from international residents moving to the District, emphasizing improving and bringing back Washington D.C. sports teams to the city should create a strong desire for domestic residents to want to live near a fun, community engaging activity that is very relevant to those that live in and around the city.The District also has other programs it is running to make the District more attractive to live in outside of just working in the area, such as the Office to Anything program (Source) and the Housing in Downtown program (Source) which will incentivize developer through tax credits to convert office buildings into new construction housing and new construction retail properties, which should continue to attract more residents back to the area.D.C. also understands that with all of these big changes we have seen, the strategy and allocation of resources from the government moving forward should be reassessed to create a city that is adapting to the future trends to remain a safe and desirable place for residents to live.

This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.

I’d be happy to share some resources and point you in the right direction!

However if you’re working full time outside of real estate and trying to transition into the REI space, you might not have the hours available to set aside and get the full value of the resources provided. 

Here are a few strategies to consider for funding a down payment:Partnering: Like Gregory mentioned, finding a partner who can contribute to the down payment in exchange for equity or a profit share is a solid option.HELOC or Cash-Out Refi: If you have equity in your home or another property, a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or cash-out refinance can provide the funds you need.Private Money: Reach out to friends, family, or private investors who may be interested in lending you the down payment with a promissory note.Seller Second: In some cases, the seller might agree to finance a portion of the down payment as a second mortgage.Live Frugally and Save: It takes time, but reducing expenses and setting aside funds from your income is a tried-and-true method.The right approach depends on your situation and deal structure, but a mix of creativity and resourcefulness can go a long way.

@Dave Foster might be able to help plan with 1031@Jackson Hanssen is also a good 1031 resource

@Joe Villeneuve - ah I see, basically you are optimizing for ROE - return on equity.