Meetups Collection of like-minded individuals in the Real Investment Field, who gather to network and discuss potential deals· Online Blogs and Networking (BiggerPockets, Linkedin, etc…)Same as above· Bank Asset Managers for REO properties Properties that are “Distressed” and Banks want/need to get off their booksPoint Blank you have to be creative and utilize a collection of different strategies, such as the ones mentioned above, and see what Blend works for you.

Hello All,I was hoping my first ever post here on Bigger Pockets would be a more positive one, but I thought it would be helpful for everyone to hear about my first rental purchase this week.Yesterday my closing went very well, everything went seamlessly.

Value add ideas is buying mom and pop tenant locations with below market rent leases, buying properties in bulk at above market trading cap rates, land deals, blend and extend current lease to change cap rate value, etc.If you have great dirt then lots of options with it for long term upside value.

A blend of hard money and private money.

If the CoC of that reinvestment is significantly below the 41% return of the rate and term refinance scenario, then your blended rate could be worse by taking cash out.

I think I want to pin down a house or multi-family unit within the next few months so I may seamlessly transition from renting to hacking and start REI on "training wheels". 

I'm sure they are a bit riskier, but blending that with a couple more "safer" options seems like it could be the beginnings of a good portfolio.

I have considered is they do to refinance my current home and blend the HELOC and my current loan together to form one loan.Also have considered borrowing private money to pay HELOC down so they don’t freeze it or call it due.

Managing as many units as they do, I trust in them having proper systems in place to make this as seamless and painless (I know, I know...) as possible for all their investors.I am NOT freaking out (yet) about being able to pay the mortgages if rent dries up. 

And as with everything, the best blend/balance is highly subjective and depends on personal preference.Great discussion, and appreciate you bringing up the additional perspective!