Oh heck yeah they exist. people who could do a lot more then there funding allows, oh-yeah those people exist. 

This will happen in a market with balanced supply and demand, in a monetary system like the US, with fiat currency targeting 2% inflation.- In some markets, that are growing quickly, with great jobs and lots of inbound migration, this could be a little higher - like 4-5% per year over long time periods as demand outpaces supply.

Some of his advice didn't age well.

But IRS allows an IRA to be invested in anything except life insurance and collectibles.

I keep it simple, i do not allow pets.

Do not give them anything until they have 100% moved out and left property in condition you expected it to be in if you have not done so already I would inspect the unit now as well

My starting questions so far are* If zoning allows multi-family, would I need any zoning approvals for a conversion?

I prefer to source all my deals off-market, which allows me to find properties with less competition and negotiate directly with motivated sellers.

Other banks allowed us to do our own in house valuations.

Network StrategicallyReal Estate Meetups: Attend networking events to meet potential partners, mentors, or funders.Professional Organizations: Join groups like the Urban Land Institute (ULI) or the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) to connect with developers and investors.Pitch Events: Look for events that allow you to pitch your idea to angel investors or venture capitalists.5.