Feel free to DM and I will make a digital introduction!!

Love your introduction and welcome to Bigger Pockets and US!!!

Instead, we opened a can of worms that lead us through one of the most grueling and rewarding educations we had ever experienced.The outcome of that introduction was really 3-fold: 1) We were more determined than ever to succeed; 2) We appreciated the difference between theoretical, inspirational information versus practical, real-life information; and 3) We can be a greater service to ourselves, the community, and other investors, by providing responsible, intelligent and conscientious construction contracting and property management.We live and work in the city and understand its dynamics, so the majority of our business takes place there.  

Seems like your off to a great start just by posting your introduction @Venison Fajardo has told you everythng you need to get started so with that, I will just wish you the very best. 

I like your conviction, confidence, and determination in your opening paragraph!

By way of brief introduction - my name is Justin and I'm an out-of-state real estate investor, currently focusing on single-family and small multi-family properties.

The trick is finding a sponsoring brokerage that aligns with your goals.Please message me if you would like an introduction to my broker.

Then you say taking out 16% ruins the deal the for you, but in the same paragraph that 16% is not actually enough to cover much in the way of expenses!

If you want an introduction feel free to message me or just take a look if you'd like. 

PM me for their info if you would like an introduction.