I wouldn't even consider this scenario if you have no business managing a flip, and you have never done renovation projects, as that is an arena where you need to have built experience and connections to just be OK.Let's consider that you decide to save just enough ($75k) and grab a $300k single-family rental with 20% cash down (plus closing costs) and you just rent it out (not owner-occupied) and you have limited reserves.  

You've been 'working in the trades' since you were 11, but have you ever run a construction business or been a General Contractor?

I am now looking to start my first real estate business and would greatly appreciate connecting with other experienced investors.My goal is to start a small but promising real estate venture focused on property or land acquisition/development.

I went through her Facebook, and turns out she runs a CPN business (credit profile number, for those who may not be familiar... people use fake names and SSNs, and credit profiles enroute to obtaining housing, cars, credit cards, etc.).I'm very bummed because I was gathering contractor quotes to have these damages added as judgements that could be garnished from her paycheck by the state, and now we've hit a dead end.

Risky business.

Yes, but the travel must only be used for business purposes.

Purchase price: $400,000Multifamily duplex in Merry Oaks, each unit is 2 bedroom and 1 bath, this transaction was a Judicial sale sold as is and was subject to 10 day upset bid period with Mecklenburg County w/ free and clear title, 6 months later & Zillows zestimate is $577,100 before any repairs or updates have been made. 1827 Merry Oaks Rd, Charlotte, NC 28205 📍#realestate #realtor #investing #property #houseflipping #realestateagent #biggerpocketsWhat made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

The recorder's office line has 5 different options so each time I called I pressed the next option sequentially leaving the same voice mail - what's the procedure for receiving the title deed and of course my contact details

You have to use leverage to scale you're business.

Im mainly here to build relationships and to partner on STR, LTR, and possibly do some flips - if you have other business ventures Im interested in that as well!