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Hello everyone!
As most of you may know, taking the first step in the RE industry is the hardest.
I've read books, listened to podcasts, and watched videos. Although I can say I know a little bit in broad terms, I wouldn't say that I know nearly enough. Maybe my next step is to find a mentor but I wanted to extend this question to the BP community.
What are the very basics that every novice investor should know before jumping in?
(Home Repair & Maintenance Basics, RE Laws, Marketing, Contracts, Evaluating locations and their potential, etc.)
There is so much to take into consideration, yet I don't want to fall trap to analysis paralysis.
Has anyone face this obstacle starting out?
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welcome @Account Closed
Analysis by paralysis is real. As you mentioned there are many moving parts.
Start analyzing 5 deals a day, and go see 10 houses on a weekly basis. After about the 50th house, you should have an idea. Post your questions in the forums to get feedback.
2 Factors I feel are very important.
1. Location location location (yes it is true)
2. You make money when you buy.