., with a diversified economy and a strong job market.Opportunities: Multifamily developments, long-term rental properties, and flipping projects.Houston:Reason: Known for its oil industry, Houston has diversified its economy into technology, healthcare, and manufacturing.Opportunities: Commercial and industrial real estate investments, as well as residential projects.San Antonio:Reason: It's experiencing continuous infrastructure growth and is more affordable compared to Austin and Dallas.Opportunities: Affordable housing and expanding development projects.In Florida:Orlando:Reason: Orlando’s tourism industry continues to drive growth, alongside its rising status as a tech and medical hub.Opportunities: Short-term rental properties, multifamily developments, and new residential construction.Tampa Bay:Reason: Tampa is experiencing a population boom and is considered one of the best places for job growth in Florida.Opportunities: Waterfront properties, new housing developments, and commercial real estate.Miami:Reason: As an international business hub, Miami is attractive to both investors and high-net-worth individuals looking for luxury real estate.Opportunities: High-end residential and commercial properties, luxury condos, and fix & flip projects.Sarasota:Reason: Known for its beaches and quality of life, Sarasota attracts retirees and families, boosting its real estate market.Opportunities: Residential developments, vacation rentals, and waterfront properties.

You can also check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.Mentorship isn't about finding a great mentor.

You can also find real estate investing groups through meetup.com, Facebook, or a Google search.

You can do some sourcing yourself through facebook groups, wholesaler email list and and even picking up the phone and cold calling some home owners that may be tired landlords, doesn't owe anything and has built up some equity.With enough volume you should come across some solid deals that are worth closing on by the end of the year as you planned. 

Lol  I saw in the facebook group this post...

There is also Pints and Properties in Greensboro and occasionally if you are on local real estate groups on facebook you can find other meetups.

Google "IRS tax rates" for your filing status. 

It’s designed to help you understand the property’s status without immediately incurring the costs of hiring a title company for every property you're considering.I hope this helps you save some time and money as you build your portfolio.

In our case they'll have it cleaned up within the next year or two, so the timing worked out well.REPS status alone is not substantial a risk of being audited. 

We're happy with our status quo.