Unfortunately, our loan price doesn't meet the requirement for Fannie/Freddie.

I would highly recommend that you start attending you local REIA meetings.

@Gang LiangJust wanted to give an update on the ductless heat pump mini split install.It's been a year and we made it through a cold winter and many hot days with very few issues.

We also have monthly BP meet ups (sadly I usually miss these).

Assuming you meet the qualifications, you might check out Delaware Statutory Trusts (DST) as backup property for your 1031 exchange.

It was hosted by M.I.P and we toured properties, meet lenders, insurance agencies, and other provider doing business with M.I.PMy Criteria/Situation: 100K Purchase priceGood working-class B, B+ area3/2/brick houseWas looking for 1% rent to purchase ratioConventional financing with 20-25% down paymentUtilized 401K loan for down payment and closing costsThe Purchase:During the M.I.P Property tour in May, they handed out flyers with properties for sale reserved for visitors that weekend.

@Michael Burford you should definitely get out to SJREIA meetings as well as any other real estate meeting you can find.

@Noah Pruett most go to local real estate investing meet-ups or conferences.

I'd love to meet up with people in the area to network and explore mutual interests. 

I'm excited to join a community of like minded individuals, and am eager to learn, meet people, and start investing!