I am a new investor that currently owns one rental property in Northampton.

Remember, your day-to-day costs have increased, but so too have your client's.I work closely with an STR investor that just began offering co-hosting for AirBnB. 

Generally speaking there are 2 main types of loans for investors.

I would like some insights from investors who have been their own general contractors.

myself for real estate & project management, cash for lending, investor friendly title co

I think VA is a better market in terms of price growth vs MD, and a lot of my investor clients agree.In terms of local networks for mentorship/networking/guidance, there are two I know of in NoVa that I have personally been to:NOVA REI Meetups - they meet at Tysons Mall once a month.Cash Flow Breakfast Clubs - there are a few locations including Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, etc.

This is a tough one, I've spoken to lots of investors but this is outside the normal realm of knowledge for most - but I doubt that's the case for bigger pockets members!

Fellow investors, I need a referral for DSCR lender in FL and GA.

I'd say the average person (maybe not investors on BiggerPockets) would get lost the moment you say, "You can find these loans yourself online...

written by investors and attorney-approved for your state.