Some of the best ones I know started as flippers or also flip themselves and/or have rentals so they understand the risks to buyers and all the aspects that go into it and aren't just locking up deals and renegotiating sellers. 

It’s inspiring to hear how creative finance has changed the way you approach deals.

Welcome to the community 👋

Open to insights from anyone with experience in the area – looking forward to building valuable connections here and achieving great results together.Thanks in advance to all who can help!

distressed properties do occasionally hit the MLS at a good price, but not very often.my second real estate purchase was out of state, it was just a cosmetic rehab and i had to make several trips up to corral everything and get it rent ready. 

As Chris mentioned, the taxpayer has to stay the same between the 1031s.

Things can be going great for 2 months then be headed for disaster the next week.

Quote from @Jay Martin: Has anyone heard of or used Bluebird lending they have dscr loans, etc. opened in 2018 in Philly, lend in a bunch of states, but hard to find info on them. have not heard of them but based on the website appear legit.

only the appreciation gained during the leasing period?

We also use the spectrum supplied modem, but we supplement it with the google nest mesh wifi system.