I did notice end of 2024 to be more active and January to continue that streak compared to 2023 and start of 2024.

Refinances are still active, slim pickings but some players are out there who are direct lenders, flip loans are also available (75-100K) min property other than conventional and gov backed loans.  

I'm seeking to be in an environment with like minded individuals to learn and network to grow my portfolio and eventually network to collaborate on larger deals once I have a better understanding of the commercial side. 

So I get your hesitation to be too demanding and your desire for the problems to go away as fast as they can, however since you have NO property manager ( I don't use one either), it is incumbent that you take a more ACTIVE approach with management of your property.Let's review your situation.  1st time leak occurred, you sent a plumber over to find the problem.  

Hi BiggerPockets community,excited to connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about real estate investing. A little about me: i’m new to the real estate world and eager to learn everything I can to bui...

Readers should seek professional advice. 

Looking to be an active investor or passive investor in a deal? 

I will update my reports to federal law enforcement about these activities once I have completed debunking all of his new claims.

@Eric E.UBIT only comes into play in an IRA on leveraged real estate and running an active business.

I live here and I haven't seen more FSBO but I'm seeing a lot more wholesaling activity.