In regards to building credit I highly recommend you start now, I know CapitalOne and Bank of America will give you a credit card even if you have no credit history at all, that's a good first step to start establishing credit.Also if you haven't already, start saving some money!

A few years ago, RCG was teaching and training them how to structure the deal and supplying them with the necessary relationship documents to establish the correct structure.

I am looking to gain further knowledge of the local market, network with other investors, bankers, contractors, etc. to better establish myself and my place in the industry.

I'm considering doing a first time flip in the next couple of years, but I just want to get a feel for how well I've done so far and eventually, when the time is right, establish some connections for this next phase of my R.E. experience. 

I now live in AZ and have established a team for my business there.

Working with an experienced syndicator can help speed up establishing credibility.

@Alma Mills House rules for bank is 43% of your gross income, less monthly expenses can go to housing, banks established that for a reason, to keep them out of trouble, adjusting your criteria might be possible, but you aren't that as secured as a bank.

There are a handful of "predators" in virtually everything... however the lion's share are always within the "entrenched" established order.

It sounds like once you establish rapport with management and those who live in the park, everyone pretty much opens up and welcomes you.

Begin to establish a team of professionals that can help you along the way.