For private money partners, a lot of new investors start by building trust through small projects or joint ventures before asking someone to fund a full deal.

Meanwhile, DFW sales have been sliding downward since 2020.What This Means for InvestorsRentals are scarce and leasing fast.For-sale inventory is tightening.Transaction volume is holding strong here while larger markets soften.It feels like we’re seeing a local market diverge from regional trends, which could be an opportunity for investors looking for stability and growth at a reasonable price point.Curious to hear what others think: when you see a smaller market bucking regional trends, do you lean in on the momentum or wait to see if things normalize?

I’ve noticed more investors looking at refinancing lately, either to free up cash for their next deal or to improve loan terms.

I don’t have a property under contract yet, but I’m working with an investor-friendly agent to find one. 

Anyway, I'm curious to hear perspectives from more experienced investors, should I keep searching for a property to house hack here and potentially settling, or keep renting and just save more so at my next unit I can really find a good deal for my first property?

I am an investor in Broward seeking industrial ...

That's why I am sending socal investors to him.Let me know if you want his contact info.

Quote from @Chris Seveney: Quote from @Randall Stich: Hey everyone, I recently came across a hard money lender called The Investors Edge that claims to offer 100% financing — covering both the purchase price and rehab costs.

Whether they sell to another investor or some group like a pension fund. 

What will drive an investor's interest in that deal with the experience of the sponsor and the leverage.