In addition to that, platforms like HomeAdvisor or Angi are great for finding vetted professionals, and local builders associations or the Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce may have directories or recommendations. 

It’s a longer-term game, though, with higher upfront costs.I’d say spend some time researching your target area and connecting with local investors or meetups—they’re goldmines for market insights and networking.

I have a few lenders who do but they still require some money from the borrower so they have skin in the game.  

This platform has played such a key role in my journey over the years.

Highly suggest some YT videos for training / help on the platform.

There are so many plays to run in this game I don't have time to type them all. 

We're probably not going to take the risk if we're busy agents to play that game. 

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I’m not in the game yet, but I’ve been diving into this to prepare for my first multi-family deal.

Then you hire a coach to accelerate your learning and take you to the next level.Using a sports analogy, it would be foolish to hire a basketball coach if your intent is to play pickup games every Saturday for fun.