I am here to find and BRRRR my first property then be dynamic about the next step seeing what options would be best from using the ARV money.

On the other hand, if you are looking for people that just give you money and you run the deal (limited partners, aka passive investors) that is an entirely different ball game.

There was always a reason why I couldn’t take out my money.

I want to start a business and I want to use that money towards it.

The bias and barriers are absolutely there, but connecting for support and networking (and old girls' club, if you will?)

- Is it possible to avoid paying taxes if we just re-invest all the money to pay down the principal on the new mortgage (residential)?

I recommend identifying a strategy for your real estate investments first and make sure the market you choose supports this strategy.

1.Subscribe to the BiggerPockets Money and Rookie Podcasts2.Attend the FREE WEBINARS3.Attend a Meetup in Your Area / virtual meet ups4.Purchase the Beginner Books: How to Invest in Real Estate, Set for Life, The House Hacking Strategy5.Peruse the forums!

I am looking to cash out, so i would like to know if i should be adding more money into the rentals such as painting/roof upgrades?

In my experience, about 80% of them will break the lease early and you'll lose money because you negotiated a lower price!