Quote from @Timothy Franklin: Thanks Patrick, I will definitely check out the meetups, but I suspected there would be a history requirement but I know everyone's journey is a bit different.  

Hi Sanjay,First, in case you don't know, crowdfunding deals are essentially the same as old-school syndicates ... except they are allowed to market on the Internet.1) There are hundreds of new syndicate deals that come out every year.

I’m reaching out with an investment opportunity in a real estate flip project, and I’m currently seeking a limited partner to join me.With a strong track record of successful real estate investments, I am looking to partner with someone who shares an interest in capitalizing on the potential of this market.

I am looking to join a mastermind group.

Yes you can but it depends on the lender some lenders do not allow due to overlays and in house restrictions. 

You want to be able to demonstrate that your intent in purchasing, subdividing, and improving was to hold for investment use. 

You have to dig a little deeper there are questions that need to be addressed and VOE's filled out with specifics in order to use certain incomes and "stipends".Similar to a traveling nurse who get housing, meals, and other income. 

Quote from @Marc Shin: @Keagan Scott on any advice you have to help me increase my bookings would be appreciated! 

Batch is good for built in ad ons.I’ve come to realize neither program is going to be perfect.

They know the market and will really go to bat for you.