We have over a dozen meeting a month with focus groups for multi family, landlording, real estate 101, flipping etc, so you could meet and network with other local investors who share experiences and provide contacts and advice on just what you need.

Hi Benjamin,I was recently in almost the exact same situation - only difference is that I had been in the real estate game for a couple of years, and...for me cash is king.I recommend having a substantial runaway before jumping into real estate investing (20-40k liquid) because things go sideways fast, and without a reserve it's easy to get into trouble.If taking the latter will not allow any wiggle room let alone saving for real estate, I say option A - put your head down, learn on the weekends, listen to podcasts on the commute, read a few pages a night, and set a goal to move forward.Hope this helps!

The next step is really just building out the acquisition + financing side: • Evaluating deals (running ARV, rehab costs, and rent comps) • Financing (bridge or fix & flip loan up front, then refi into a DSCR or rental loan on the back end) • Networking with local investors who are already running BRRRRs On my side, I work with investors to fund both ends of the BRRRR: short-term acquisition/rehab loans and the long-term take-out refinance.

Since you’re looking to build a portfolio without leveraging your primary home, a few strategies could make sense: small multi-family or single-family rentals in nearby Midwest cities, using private money or partnerships to finance deals, or even BRRRR-style acquisitions if you can find the right rehab opportunities.

I understand the operational side of real estate investing and I'm not afraid to roll up my sleeves.What I'm looking for:Learning from experienced park owners and operatorsConnecting with wholesalers who focus on RV/MHP dealsOpportunities to provide virtual assistance or remote management supportBuilding relationships for future acquisitions (targeting 2026)I believe in win-win deals and bringing value first.

What I'm learning on BPs and in general about real estate in regards to taxes & depreciation is wild. 

At this stage purchase the best real estate available.

I’ve been involved in multifamily real estate for over 20 years, working across a wide range of property types and markets.

We raised $2.1M in equity and earned a six-figure acquisition fee.

Your experience in off-market acquisitions sounds invaluable—having a strong pipeline is what separates successful investors from those who struggle with deal flow.