If you can't find existing meetups, create your own by organizing casual gatherings for like-minded investors.

The factors you mentioned are very important to keep in mind for any investment, but I like investing in areas I know. 

Sent you a message, regardless would love to connect with like minded individuals in Northwest Arkansas like yourself!

Hi Geoff, who did you end up using instead if you don't mind me asking?

This sounds like what I had my mind on.

But be mindful of the debt service requirements and ensure your rental income is sufficient to cover the loan payments.It’s definitely possible to scale up with DSCR loans—many investors use them to build large rental portfolios.

you live and die by your sub contractor relationships.. this is the key in my mind.

If you are in the CLT area and are looking to connect with othr like-minded individuals, I would love to grab a coffee with you!

Be mindful of recapture tax when selling but consider long-term strategies like a 1031 exchange.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

I would echo this, it is a great REIA and the best place to find local, like-minded individuals and resources.