Unfortunately, human nature is such that if I do spend hours, days, months vetting a sponsor, and ultimately sign off on them, I will already be biased to accepting the next deal they offer, regardless of whether it is good or not.  

Quote from @Mark Dutton: Hey everyone, I’m a novice investor and I’d appreciate some advice or insight on my situation, even though I know everyone’s circumstances are different.I’m currently 27 and will soon have three rental properties along with my primary residence.

You're definitely not alone—unfortunately, dealing with unresponsive tenants and unpaid rent is a common issue for many landlords.

Unfortunately, a good mentor isn't always easy to find.Think about it.

That is an entirely different thing.A distressed property is a circumstance.Motivation is an emotional response to a circumstance.Tall grass, tons of mailers on the floor—these are circumstances.

Originally posted by @Vanesa Gonzalez:@Susan O. unfortunately when I had my first eviction last year, I contacted several agencies BUT none of them wanted to work with me because I only own 10 units.

Hi Shaqiul,Unfortunately, a 90% Cash-Out doesn't really exist in the private lending space.

Unfortunately, the seller's asking price is unrealistic.  

But circumstances will change.

(Realtors are a good starting point for finding someone) I havent worked with a gc all the way through a deal yet— just many many subs/handymen i unfortunately cant recomend very highly