If you’re serious about getting into the game, I’d say build up those local contacts they can be your biggest asset.Glad you’re meeting with someone in real estate financing soon; it’ll be invaluable for guiding you through loan options and what’s realistic for a first purchase.

If the buyer has proof of completing multiple projects and their real estate agent has a documented business history they are probably not wasting their time playing a game about a POF as failing to perform is just a waste of everyone's time (may have legal fees incurred as well).If it's an unknown newly formed LLC, an offer with minimal cash to escrow, with a shady attorney and realtor, I'd then be taking a hard look at proof of funds.

QUESTIONABLE- Best Buy over $1,000 (maintenance visit soon after noticed two new TVs and Xbox consoles in kid's bedrooms) POOR CHOICE- Numerous purchases from online women's store selling wigs, "interesting clothing" & such (yes, we looked up the website) POOR CHOICE- Numerous cash withdraws of $400-$500 at Detroit casinos.

If someone rigged the game before you even came on board you are along for the ride.  

You really have to have a game changing product to make it worth larger players to switch.

Late to the game to reply.   

While I've been focused on buy-and-hold strategies, I'm eager to elevate my game and explore new investment opportunities.

Also, people look for a game room or something for guests. 

If you have any tips on reaching more people and building a pipeline while staying budget-friendly, I’m all ears.Looking forward to learning from this community, sharing what I know, and getting back into the real estate game full force.

To me it feels more like a game of chess, to my wife it was a lot more emotional, we had a couple tenants that really got under her skin, at least in the beginning.