For those looking to scale their portfolios, now might also be an excellent time to secure funding.

Mark Vorkapich of Gladstone Strategieshttps://www.gladstonestrategies.com/I do agree with the above on checking with your current CPA to see if they have a preferred provider - sometimes it is easier and with better results if your team already has a good relationship. 

If you’re weighing a move.. be it a 1031 exchange in Oregon or locking in a promising rental in Phoenix.. just remember that the right local knowledge, strong relationships, and a willingness to adapt can set you up for something more than just another line item on your spreadsheet.

In the “c” offering solicitation and advertising is allowed, and no preexisting relationship need exist. 

I know some mentioned about developing banking relationships and I totally agree with that, so here is what you do. 1) Open a business checking account in the name of your LLC to hold the assets. 2) Deposit your cash into that account to fund the real estate purchases3) After owning for 60-90 days, talk with a local lender about a line of credit against the 2 properties at 60% LTV. 4) After about 30-45 days, have the line open to use if you need that liquidity that you used, but until then you are not paying 7% interest on nothing. 

I personally use Excel for everything!

@Ben Trageser Stessa is an excellent platform for tracking investors' income and expenses; it is user-friendly.

Companies like PolicyGenius do an excellent job selling personal lines coverage (property/casualty and life, mainly) more easily (and maybe more cheaply) than your local State Farm agent.

The real estate game is all about relationships and strategies, and this is one of the most important topics to get right early on!

After some strategic renovations, the property not only provided positive cash flow but also appreciated significantly over time.Navigating the purchase of Freddie Mac homes can be a bit complex, but with the right approach and due diligence, they can offer excellent investment opportunities.