Hey Anna, Yeah I would definitely recommend studying and gaining experience for a couple years before diving in that deep.

Thanks in advance for any thoughts, advice, recommendations!

It would make for a good way to network with local investors, but also get some honest feedback from other investors on their recommendations on property managers in your marketplace. 

If you need a recommendation for brokers, ask around to other RE professionals in your market (commercial agents, title officers, lenders, investors etc). 

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I recommend getting all of your ducks in a row before you find a deal so that you are prepared when the time comes. 

I also have been referencing contacts I know that invest in real estate for advice, and I have been recommended programs like NACA, Loan Depot, etc.

Jay,I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation over one that is local. 

I recommend everyone listen to his advice especially if you are a newbie.This is the first time I’ve heard GC wanting to bring in sophisticated (non-accredited) investors into his deals.

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