I hope you're able to make lots of connections and learn a great deal about real estate investing and have opportunities particularly in historic properties.One thing I may recommend, if you haven't done so already, is to learn about Trusts and LLCs as you begin your real estate investment journey, either investing on your own or with partner investors.

It’s great to see someone so intentional about building authentic relationships, especially in a market like South Sound where local knowledge and connections are everything.

However, I could use some historical performance information on how this 4-plex method stacks up.

Usually, relationships with lenders are transactional.  

This caused a historically unique opportunity for investors - they could buy Class A properties and immediately cashflow when renting them out.This couldn't last forever, and it didn't, as excited new investors drove up prices.

This caused a historically unique opportunity for investors - they could buy Class A properties and immediately cashflow when renting them out.This couldn't last forever, and it didn't, as excited new investors drove up prices.

.- $190/month cash flow for 5 units is not good especially on a property that has not historically kept up with inflation.  

As important, all sophisticated investors will only consider investment in private offerings that are Reg D, or occasionally Reg A, compliant.The most important aspect of Reg D is the 506 c offering, which ALLOWS general solicitation and advertising, and eliminates the requirement of the sponsor and investor having an established relationship

They are almost identical from a historical standpoint so in reality you will not convince them on that merit only.

My strategy centers on value-add plays (improving operations, modest renovations, and repositioning for stronger long-term performance.)Right now, I’m building relationships with:Investors who are also looking at small–mid multifamilyAgents and brokers with off-market opportunitiesOwners who want to explore creative structures like seller carryIf this sounds like your space, I’d love to connect and trade notes!