Commercial deals take longer and are all about relationships, so connecting with investors, brokers, and property owners is key.

Typically people making the designation a private lender is someone you know and have a relationship with and will privately lend you the money.

I am also not a builder, but have a builder that I have a relationship with that is interested in the opportunity.

Hey everyone,I’m a real estate investor looking to build stronger relationships with agents to access off-market deals.

I am trying to invest in a certain market and I am curious as to how many realtors i should be reaching out to and trying to establish relationships in that particular area.

Relationships matter.  

It’s been a grind, but I’ve built some great relationships and have been able to lock up some strong opportunities because of for my investors. 

It’s crucial to build a solid relationship with your contractors, ensuring they understand your expectations and budget constraints.

When reaching out, it helps to offer value in return—think about tasks like checking on properties when they can't, delivering materials, finding reliable contractors, or even handling basic project management tasks.Building genuine relationships and showing you're willing to contribute will go a long way in earning their trust and gaining hands-on experience.

Another option is a Tenancy-In-Common (TIC) structure, where ownership is split between you and the LLC, allowing compliance with 1031 rules while securing financing.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.