Hi DanielI've been exploring the Sumner/Robertson areas as well and I also live in Cross Plains.  

You might find a hybrid approach exploring BRRR (for your active money) and seeing if you have the time or interest to carry it through and some passive limited partnerships in syndications if you are accredited that invests in income producing properties.  

I look forward to exploring the site and getting to know you, especially those of you in and around The Baltimore region.Best regards-Bob DietzenBaltimore, Md

Have you explored these options yet?

@Alex KatosWelcome take the time to explore the resources on BP.Check out the Start Here page http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthereCouple good reads 9 Reasons You Couldn't Find A Buyer For Your Wholesale Deal Don't Start Wholesaling Until You Read This: Wholesale Advice from a Fix and Flipper How to Start Wholesaling: Getting Past The Education and Into the FieldUltimate Guide to wholesalinghttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/Locate and attend 3 different local REIA club meetings great place to meet people gather resources and info.

Question:  If you were in my situation what options would you explore for funding this?  

I don't want to choose someone who is "exploring real estate" with an accounting degree...that's simply not enough.

Explore BP for BRRRR strategy.

My educational background includes a BS in Real Estate & Land Use and Finance from California State University, Sacramento.I have not been overly motivated to invest in real estate, but my lack of confidence in equities markets has created new motivation.I am interested in exploring all aspects of investment and looking forward to active investment.

One thing we've been exploring is consolidating our mortgages into one commercial loan.