Manual tracking becomes overwhelming fast as your portfolio grows.

It’s not a lecture — it’s high-level networking with flippers, agents, wholesalers, lenders, and property managers who are actually doing deals.Come grab a beer and some strategy — you’ll make real connections fast.

Fast forward to 4/26 and the first set of plans are rejected.

A lot of attorneys sell these structures as a blanket solution, but they don’t always consider cost, practicality, or your actual goals.At $800/year per CA LLC, that adds up fast — and if you're not clear on why you need all three, that’s a red flag.

Since you’re living in one side and managing the other with a PM, you’re off to a solid start.Here’s the quick advice:Stick with the 1-year owner-occupancy rule to maximize financing benefits.Use that first year to build reserves, get comfortable with managing tenants and cash flow.Start scouting deals 3-6 months before your year mark so you’re ready to move quickly.If your finances and credit are strong and you’re comfortable with the process, buying your next property right after the year is ideal to keep momentum going.Clarksville is growing fast, so timing your next purchase to ride that growth makes sense.

First, we started the firm in 2020 and have definitely ran into our rough patches as a fast growing company (we were recognized by Inc. 5,000 in 2024 as #105).

I feel like I’m trying to catch one fast-moving piece of a much bigger puzzle. 

Acting fast and building strong connections usually means closing more deals, even when the environment isn’t perfect.What’s one strategy or relationship tip that’s helped you close deals faster?

Love that you’re moving fast with preapproval and looking to house hack; that’s often the move that opens the door to everything else down the road.

Frame it as: “We’re ready to close fast, but need a credit to offset these concerns.”Investor-sellers often bluff but will negotiate if they think the deal might fall through.