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Quote from @V.G Jason: I'm sure they've slowed down, but are still actively looking.

I think its rare you can take a model you're doing in this are or product and just move it somewhere else or on to some other product.To me, If you have a niche that works and you're good at it and the numbers are strong,  I believe you should put everything you have into that business model and grow it and grow it fast while the getting is good. 

At that time, Dave was doing all the fund investor calls.

I'd hop on Airbnb as a guest, search the area the potential property is in, and find some properties that are somewhat comps (similar location, amenities, size, etc.) and connect with the host hosting the property.

Are there any institutions that will accept bitcoin as downpayment for a loan?  

For those that do invest in real estate using this, what are your reasons? 

What I mean is look for areas that are favorable for investors / landlords.

Now have a portfolio of 6 properties with some that are owned others just managed but turn key operation for sure. 

The best projects I've seen from my desk are folks who are doing hyper-targeted, well-researched deals that are generally in higher cost of living (there are exceptions) areas.