I am on the coast on Texas. I am a SFH investor looking to scale up using multifamily. I am looking for partners/mentors so I can learn to do this and build income I can replace my W-2.

One of the biggest challenges for new wholesalers isn't finding deals. It's finding the money to market for them. Many beginners are looking for ways to generate leads with $0 upfront, low risk, and without paying for expensive software every month. I can relate because I faced the same challenge when I got started. Like many people, I didn't have a large marketing budget. I couldn't afford to throw money at every tool, list, or advertising strategy being promoted online. What helped me was having a side gig alongside my real estate business. That Side gig became the fuel for my business. It allowed me to keep going without taking loans, running up credit cards, or putting myself under unnecessary pressure. Because I wasn't desperate for my next deal to pay the bills, I could focus on learning, networking, following up consistently, and building genuine relationships. Over time, those relationships turned into opportunities, referrals, and deals. Looking back, the side gig wasn't something I wanted to build, it was something I needed to survive while growing my real estate business. Without it, I probably would have made emotional decisions and chased every shiny marketing strategy that promised quick results. Sometimes the best investment isn't another software subscription. Sometimes it's creating enough cash flow to stay in the game long enough for your real estate business to gain momentum. I was wondering: If your marketing budget was $0 today, what would be your first move to generate leads and keep your real estate business moving forward?

So how common is it for investors to actually raise Capitol for a down payment on this platform? I just don’t see a lot of mentees asking for financing in this chat thread.

Hey everyone — Bill Barton] here, based in DFW. I currently own and manage a 36-unit single family portfolio and I'm making the move into multifamily, targeting 40-100 unit deals in the North Texas area. My SF experience has given me a solid foundation in tenant management, financing, and operations, though this will be my first MF acquisition. Excited to learn from this group, connect with others active in Texas, and happy to share what I know on the SF/property management side. Looking forward to participating."

Aloha !