Doing a real estate investment while on a F-1 visa

[Hicham Mounir]

Hello all,

I would like first to thank you all for this forum because it is very instructive.

Here is my story:

I am an F-1 visa holder on OPT (optional practical training), and my employer sponsored my H-1B application. it got picked up but I am still waiting for the approval.

Lately, I've been reading a lot about RE investment, wholesaling, rental properties, fix and flip... and I got hooked. I really want to start doing something like that. and I decided that starting with wholesaling is the best thing to do since I don't have a necessary budget to do the others.

My question is: considering my case, I really don't want to fall for the "unlawful employment" thing with the immigration department because I know it is very tricky.

Looking forward to hearing your advice on the matter!