Provide them proof of your ability to find, fix, flip (or whatever strategy you plan to use), and then start with small amounts of their money.

While the borrowing costs are higher, I’m exploring strategies where the returns could offset this.

That style of learning and introduction to true industry catches my attention as having someone in the space that understands the space to bounce things off of and learn from seems to be the ideal way.I have through a handful of the webinars and follow up calls with different companies and they all basically pitch similar ideas and strategies.

This in turn will kill your exit strategy if you are not doing your due diligence and playing conservative.

Depending on what the potential jobs offer in terms of income, does this seem like a realistic strategy?

I realize I am not cut out for the entire REI process of consistently finding multiple properties for particular exit strategies. 

@Paul LucentiYour journey shows the power of learning from past experiences and refining your strategy.

Tools like the BiggerPockets calculator and books like The House Hacking Strategy can guide you further.

You might also consider creative strategies, such as renting parts of the property to cover expenses while you navigate the process.Best of luck, and I’d love to hear how things progress.

There are often local Facebook groups for specific strategies