Try Republic bank, local privately owned.

My biggest learning point was the podcasts, I was able to drive to work, or be going about my daily routine all the while be learning about real estate.

Not sure if anyone is interested in possibly partnering or providing short term private financing.

The biggest problem dealing with squatters is when you involve the police, or the squatters involve the police.

So my biggest recommendation is to keep a good communication channel open and always ask what the next step and what do we as a team need to have done to get there.

Either for guidance and/or to exchange deals- You also want to network with the various tradesmen you'll encounter with your projects, like contractors, home inspectors, title companies, investor friendly realtors, hard money lenders (especially until you gain access to private money).

Hey there, I’m a new investor currently collecting info on various properties in the local area and wanted to get y’alls thoughts...If one is just starting out investing with the following goals:-$5k/month cash flow within 5 years-multi-fams / single family / apartment buildings I have a combination of accumulated personal savings and over $200k available in the form of a HELOC (debt free home)What are your thoughts on buying a few multi-fams/single fams vs buying the biggest apartment building I could afford?

If not, I'm available for a private conversation to discuss your strategies and current situation.Cheers!

Some markets do well for private rooms and you can use services like Everbooked and airdna to get a better idea on what your market is producing.

My biggest advice is to understand the difference between having a job and owning and running a small business.