Experienced investors frequently share their tactics, advice, and success stories at these gatherings.Be Proactive and Persistent: Networking takes time and effort, so be proactive in reaching out to investors and professionals in the Lawrence/KC area.

To me, it is similar to looking for 'accidental private lenders'....

As a professional, I will be fine.

Someone coming down for a week see a nice lake house with private dock.

@Ran Fridman it's highly likely if you talk to a tax professional that they will advise against a cash-out refinance before you sell your property for an exchange.

NathanHey Nathan,A lot of the private/Hard money lenders that I work with do not require that, so depending on your strategy it shouldn't be an issue.That sounds like great idea though, it could set you up nicely to hopefully save up for a good primary residence.Would love to connect and talk through the strategies financially if you are interested!

Hard money/private money is common.

Almost everyone legitamently receiving disability (whether SSI or privately) is handicapped in some way.

I was not ready to handle that, and my mindset was to increase it to a B grade property instead of leave it where it is Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

If you're not going to actually use your license to become a real estate professional, I think there's little value.