You need to figure out how much time you have and how to apply the skills that you have best.Here's an article I wrote that should give you some guidance:https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/10850/86621-six-steps-approach-to-getting-started-in-real-estateIf you need more guidance feel free to reach out as I'm in the process of creating  training on getting started with REI. 

I'm sure there's a way to create these relationships effectively, but I'm just not sure where to start, so I'd like some guidance from those who have had success in this area.

Honestly, I sort of stay away from these complications.As always, you should seek guidance and counsel from a qualified professional, or two. 

I am hoping there is clearer guidance from the SBA on how we can use this money, or at least read some horror stories about what NOT to do.... so if the creativity blows up please let us know, hahaha :)HOWEVER --- Here's a case that is completely 100% real and my current situation:  Before the virus stuff, I bid on and won a sheriff sale, put the 5k down and had was working towards a non-conforming mortgage on another free and clear property to pay for the new acquisition.

Any questions, insight and/or guidance is always appreciated!

I think it will give you some guidance.

Hello All, Starting this discussion to see if I could get some guidance or answers regarding what is needed to qualify for a $400k home or a $500k home for two people.

It won't be perfect without professional guidance but it could be good enough, especially considering its $0 cost.

Any guidance here is appreciated.

I'm looking for guidance on what people recommend when dealing with notifying the tenants of this change.