I am an avid learner and have been reading, listening to podcast, going to meetups and maintaining spreadsheets/models to better understand how the multifamily world operates.My goals & objectives:Build my network/teamClose on a quadplex before the close of 2020Help others however I canContinue learning and building my portfolioAchieve financial freedom before I am 45 years oldI understand that real estate is a team sport, so I look forward to meeting and engaging with you all!

I like engaging with like minded investors.Duane

If it looks like you need some more muscle, engage a CPA at that point.

. ;-)  In some instances a portion of the taxes paid to the IRS may be claimed as a credit on Canadian tax filings.The same would hold true for many other foreign nationals.The important take-away is for anyone with intentions to invest internationally obtain precise and accurate tax advise before engaging. 

However, the upside is that many newbie investors do some very dumb things, particularly when it comes to engaging in civil issues with their tenants. ie: entering without 24 hours notice, having no familiarity with the basic eviction process, etc.

I find that by living in a community with different people, I am more physically active, mentally engaged, and life is overall better.

Generally it will cost you anywhere from $1000-$2000 to engage a QI for your 1031 exchange.

I've literally made one trip to the office and asked as many questions as possible within my limited time there due to other engagements. 

I also agree with Aaron- Definitely get the partnership details in writing and looked at by your attorney before engaging!

And working alongside someone more experienced will really help your growth - that's been my approach and it has accelerated my knowledge much faster than when I was studying/working on my own.Also, with your funds in your self-directed IRA/ 401(k): if no one has mentioned it yet it's best not to OWN property in those vehicles so that you're still taking advantage of every tax benefit that you can in regular taxable accounts.