I would just learn all about a particular sector like multifamily or self-storage and try to find sponsors I like.

The same is true of business sectors within a metro area.

So far lenders seem to want to know that there is some level of experience level in that specific sector, and if not then other factors have to considered and maybe concessions made.

How do you become, as a starting-out developer, a public sector housing developer?

Real estate is a very wide sector, figure out what area you want to focus in on and become an expert!

It's free, and dealing directly with the listing agent is usually a hassle anyway.Real estate agents work in the residential sector.

They're widely available, many of them open-ended (meaning you can buy in tomorrow, next year, whenever) and you're not under the same pressure to find the perfect property.In the past, private equity funds were generally closed to "accredited investors," a sub sector of affluent investors who -- perceive ably -- have more money and therefore must be more savvy.

The unemployment rate has changed inn that sector but not in the lucrative higher salaried jobs.

The multifamily sector seems to be very hot and competitive.

I am currently working in the federal sector being a military veteran, I am still looking to find my road to success.