Shadow your father in law.

I've been quiet for quite some time. I was working on a flip in Texas, which turned out perfect due to the timing (purchased in 2019 and sold early 2020 for a profit). Since, I moved to Costa Rica and have been in hia...

Also are your recommendations that I first shadow a pro in the game for a little bit (1-2 years) and then dive into my first deal? 

My end goal is to do brand new homes but i want to start with a few flips.My major concern is working with general contractors, since I had a bad experience my first time around.Looking for a mentor as well specifically in new construction, willing to be your shadow and assist you wherever you need.Are you looking at residential, or looking to expand into subdivisions?

If you’re open to sharing knowledge, offering mentorship, or even letting me shadow a deal, I’d really appreciate it.

I shadowed two of them to a job site and discovered who the subcontract with and now save lots of money.

@Drago StanimirovicThank you for the words of encouragement—I truly appreciate it.I completely agree that networking locally and shadowing someone who’s actively investing in my area or nearby markets would be extremely valuable for my learning and growth.

The best way I’ve found is to:Disclose as much as possible about the property and the borrower early onKeep communication open and consistent with the lenderPay attention to red flags—if a lender goes dark during the process or stops giving clear updates, that’s often a sign the deal is in troubleAt the end of the day, surprises still happen in this business, but having backup options and strong relationships with multiple lenders can make all the difference. 

I'd drive by after dark and see what kind of neigborhood it is at night.   

Distance doesn’t have to mean being in the dark.2.