Maybe double check comps and make sure the marketing is performing well.

.● Be aware of the average rents in the market.● Familiarize yourself with comparable properties (comps).● Understand what needs to be done in terms of improvements or renovations.● Be knowledgeable about the internal rate of return (IRR) for the investment.● Determine the anticipated holding term for the property.● Know the initial capitalization rate (going-in cap).● Project the exit capitalization rate (exit cap).When facing objections while raising capital, it's important to dig deeper to understand the true underlying concerns.

With the Hawaii market, will it be smart to be negative for a few years and let appreciation catch up?

A heavily regulated market.

If you want to network or ask specific questions about your local market, go to your local real estate forum and connect with investors from your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/86-local-real-estate-networking5.

It would take a lot of your time to source your own off market pipeline.

Are there any good REI magazines you all have found beneficial for things like market news/trends, success stories, etc.?

I am willing to offer my services like social media marketing, branding, presentation, organizing events, crunching numbers for free.

Hey Michael, Not sure which book you read about wholesaling, but here's the deal: wholesaling is mostly about sales and marketing.

I just don't see how this works out profitably in the current market.