Gaining knowledge and building a network of knowledgeable friends can help save you from huge financial mistakes.Now that I have knowledge and resources from the connections I have made, I would start looking for deals at the same time that I was securing funding.

Network = Net worth

Catering to traveling professionals within the business and healthcare sectors, the market here for STR's is relatively stable, as compared to a more vacation driven area. 

You came to the right place for networking and making connections.

Also looking for connections if you want to network!

Winston has a very strong medical community - about 1 out of every 3 jobs here is a medical professional job. 2 major hospitals here, one private, one a teaching hospital for Wake Forest.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Here are some tips for networking and making the most of your account. 1) I'd fill out your profile fully before you do anything else!

Coming up with the cash to purchase and being ok with leaving the money in the property since there is no cash-out option Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

If you are looking to network with other real estate investors in your area try some local real estate meetup groups.