Meet People with Experiences Similar to Your Own: There are many organizations (both free and paid) out there that you can join such as BiggerPockets forums, local real estate meetup groups, The Entrepreneur's Organization, your local AICPA group, etc. that gives you a place to receive advice, guidance, problems and ideas.Utilize the R&D Tax Credit: Your business could receive a 10-20% refund for employee labor that’s associated with improving a product or process.Utilize Employee Retention Tax Credits: If your employees that worked for your business during the pandemic are retained through the end of 2021, your business could receive up to $9,000 each quarter that your employees were retained.Own Your Own Office: This would allow you to have multiple tax deductions, utilize depreciation, take advantage of appreciation of the property, as well as allow your company to rent out any unused space to help pay the mortgage.Take Advantage of Energy Efficient Tax Credits: There are many opportunities to take advantage of these credits such as updating the HVAC system, installing energy efficient lighting, etc.Perform a Cost Segregation Study on Your Property: This would allow your business to immediately write off the personal property within the building.Utilize Work Opportunity Tax Credits: If you hire employees from groups that typically face a barrier when it comes to employment such as people with physical or mental disabilities, veterans, etc. your small business could receive a tax credit while also helping the underserved.Use the SCORE program: This program is free and connects you with resources, and mentors and specifically focuses on helping small business owners excel.

My credit is excellent and this will actually bring it down because of all the hits but then it should go back up.

Got excellent credit and down payment is not an issue.Looking for recommendation from BP members on Bank/Lenders that can close quickly and provide excellent rates.

My partner and I have excellent credit scores.

We have an excellent REIA based on Long Island where we host local meetups and workshops.

Find the openings, seal and insulate properly.

Plus, they have excellent interest rates compared with banks.Nicki Schreibvogel is a great real estate agent who works hard to find the house that fits your needs.

Hello Paul,First of all I think the Colorado Springs market is an excellent place to invest, but there is also a lot competition that comes with the territory as an agent.  

It might be insulating the pipes near that trouble area, sealing drafts from the outside with caulk and spray foam, or even using heat tape to keep pipes from freezing.

I did have excellent credit (800+) and that helped.