You don't want operators who are working with everything, everywhere because then they are not specialized in their fields/property types.Let’s say you want to invest in brand new construction, then you should really look for an operator that focuses in that special area.You also need to make sure your goals align with the strategy of the operator you are partnering with.If you are interested in brand new construction, you need to find an operator who has the same focus as yours.

I will gladly accept any advice I can get from people here as I know a lot here have a lot of success in this field and getting bigger.

If you guys have any tips on how to get started in this field, it would be greatly appreciated.

A pump-out might cost you $300-500 but leach field replacement can be a lot costlier.

Fields I am interested in areHow many BKs start and failHow many equity deals go to fc vs reinstateHow many underwater deals go fc Etc...

I am looking to connect with other women in the real estate investment field.

IF you are drawn to real estate as a profession, or if you like the way it would integrate with the rest of your investment and you'd drive hard to build the skills it takes to be a quality agent, then it can be a very enjoyable field. 

While I plan to continue my career in this field for the time being, my goal is to to develop my own real estate portfolio.

I was trying to direct OP to the actual guidelines to discuss with his lender, and any “advice” of mine is only as good as the average internet comment, which is to say not good at all, not an expert in the field.

Or am I totally out in left field here.  :-)Thank you @Canaan Murray, you are soo kind to help me in this process.