New business practices or not… any amount of money paid for their services is a rip-off.

I've researched a few banks that would offer me a business loan to be able to start a company to purchase property. 

Since I am a busy professional, I currently focus on turnkey or properties with minimal upfront repair costs/time. 

I currently own a successful business with no plans to exit for at least 5 more years.

Anyone out there in the same situation but found partners to grow their business. 

They said no since I'm a schedule C, since my business is part of my 1040 return.

I like to preserve my karma and grow my business. 

Depending on the owner's situation and using a variety of negotiating tactics, my business partner and I have been able to get significant discounts while buying properties from those owners directly. 

It's a hyperlocal business. 

Curious - please elaborate.Unless the major businesses in the DFW fold and collapse, I would be interested in hearing why you feel DFW, independent to any other Metroplex would 'decline significantly'. thank you in advance for your candor.