Sacramento is a growing market and there's a lot of need for more meet-ups and opportunities to collaborate and learn from one another. 

Valuable Network: One of the key benefits of Renatus is access to a network of contacts, which can be crucial for growing your real estate business. 2.

It is growing in popularity because of proximity to Charlotte (about 45 min drive) and Lake Norman but still has a small town feel.

Private money lending bridges the gap between speed and flexibility for investors while offering lenders a secure way to grow their returns.

@Maria JeanetteTax Advantages: Income and gains grow tax-deferred (or tax-free if using a Roth SDIRA).All Costs Through the IRA: Expenses (repairs, taxes, etc.) must be paid from the IRA, so ensure it’s well-funded.You might also want to consult a CPA or attorney experienced with SDIRAs to ensure compliance with IRS rules and maximize benefits.Best of luck!

By the way, from what I read in the Wall Street Journal, there’s a growing number of niche investors cropping up who love grabbing assignments that fly under the mainstream radar, especially if you’re bringing something fresh to the table like a distressed duplex they can reposition, or a small portfolio of row homes they can turn into long-term rentals.

I currently live in Toledo, where I’m working on a live-in flip with my duplex.Here’s what I bring to the table:Hands-on experience with construction and property maintenance.Knowledge and skills for value-add projects, especially on smaller properties.A passion for learning and growing my portfolio using strategies like buy-and-hold and BRRRR.I’m looking to connect with:Local investors in the Toledo area who can share insights or collaborate.Contractors, property managers, and other real estate professionals.Anyone interested in sharing ideas, advice, or potential partnerships.If you’re in or near Toledo and would like to connect, feel free to reach out!

And the city is growing very fast, so you should see a lot of appreciation as well. 

We also run a residential assisted living mastermind to help entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses.

I think that is the right way to start until I grow, and eventually buy a property and then figure out an exit strategy.