I am interested in investing in real estate in the DFW area (specifically Denton) with creative financing methods, and I am trying to expand my network of players in the game of real estate.

To be a real player in REI, you'll need to come in 50MM ++ and if you're at that level you focus on other things first. 

You might start with the agent that listed the home for sale as they typically know the players.

It's usually very market driven though.In the market where supply outpaces the demand, be extremely careful to large player as the risk is super high.

Also, coaches don't make players, so make sure you are committed and will have the time available to make it happen.

Do I go the CRE brokerage route to learn the markets, players and underwriting or try to add value to an existing syndicator in some way? 

Tulum has significant plans for the future, and many Mexican politicians and private sector players believe that it will surpass Playa del Carmen.Overall I believe specific locations in Mexico are great investment opportunities, as the world splits into east and west, bringing production closer to home is becoming a priority for major Western economies.

The conventional brokerage model is a pre-internet, pre-online tech enabled world.

Acquiring knowledge boosts confidence in our convictions and enables you to invest even in the face of uncertainty.

Can a private mortgage be structured to qualify as a standard mortgage, enabling the borrower to refinance it in the future?