Consider starting small, like with a duplex, to get experience.

We would like to connect to exchange our experience.

If you provide more specific detail, and ask more specific questions, we will be able to provide answers in line with our knowledge/experience.  

Quote from @Zack Marshall: Quote from @Tyler Tyson: I had a very poor experience with them last year.

I would recommend talking to many lenders/brokers to see which one has the most experience funding these loan types. 

My wife and I earn over $350k a year in our jobs and all of that is now going to pay down debt.We have the option to increase our HELOC to unlock some more capital which I'm considering doing to try and get a good return on my money and pay down the debt faster, but given past experiences I'm not convinced it won't end up with more debt.What would you do at this point?

Finally, start small, analyze deals, and build a team to guide you as you gain experience.

We get just as frustrated because the system is a bit "broken":(I believe the team is in communication with you about your options - just be sure to also let us know your choice to secure the property to deter squatters as cost-effectively as possible.

They both have extensive experience in Duluth.Thanks for the mention @Tim Swierczek.

You will learn the most from first-hand experience.