The worst time to look for funding is when you need it yesterday. Start building relationships with private lenders, hard money lenders, and capital partners NOW—even if you don't have a deal lined up. When the right opportunity comes, you'll already have the trust and credibility to move fast. Speed wins deals. Relationships create speed.

Anyone else feeling the end of year crazies??😵‍💫

If you're partnering with anyone on a deal—friend, family, or investor—you NEED an operating agreement. This document outlines who does what, how profits are split, and what happens if things go sideways. Too many partnerships fall apart because expectations weren't clear from the start. Don't let a handshake deal cost you thousands. Get it in writing. Need help? Reach out to our legal pillar.

When I closed my first property, I realized how much I had underestimated the importance of building relationships, not just finding a good property. Networking with agents, investors, and mentors shaped the outcome far more than any market research I did. For anyone starting out: what’s one lesson you’ve learned in real estate that you wish you knew from the start?

Have you met Annika? She's the cofounder of TCC and brings years of real-world real estate experience to the table. From creative finance to scaling portfolios, Annika has been in the trenches and knows what it takes to build wealth through real estate. If you haven't connected with her yet, now's the time. She's here to help you succeed!