You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.

And it’s important that none of us underestimate your reality - regardless of our own experiences and desire for justice at any alleged cost.Interesting set of facts and events, and I wish the best for you.

Maybe we’ll meet up at a networking event one day.

Attend events, schedule dinners, and actively connect with individuals who align with your investment goals.

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.

I'd suggest continuing to network at real estate events, but also exploring partnerships with professionals in finance, wealth management, etc.Keep refining your investment thesis and building those relationships.

Is it advantageous to have the deed in the event of default? 

If I 1031 via a DST, all $300k goes into the next deal and there is no taxable event, but if I sell without a 1031, I'd owe @$25k of depreciation recapture, correct?  

You can meet local investors by registering to attend real estate events in your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-events-and-happenings6.