All Forum Posts by: Cameron Valentine

Chris, The company I am at funds wholesale transactions at 100% financing! please feel free to reach out if you are needing financing for your assignment deals! TidalLoans.com

You can use Propstream.com, they have a good platform for finding off market deals

Welcome, congratulations on passing the exam! This is a great spot to learn and ask questions if you need anything! Feel free to reach out.

Definitely agree here, Best to find a new one! But if you're locked into your agreement just simply bring up your grievances and see if they can maybe step down from the contract obligations or even just have them perform better on your behalf. 

I completely agree, it’s a competitive market, and standing out is key. With so many similar four-bedroom rentals in Princeton, TX, you need to find a way to differentiate your property. 

Consider offering incentives like a move-in special, free first-month utilities, or flexible lease terms to attract tenants. High-quality listing photos, professional staging, and compelling descriptions can also make a difference in getting more interest and foot traffic.

Ultimately, the goal is to bring people through the door—once they see the value in your property, you’ll have a much better chance of securing a tenant quickly.

Congratulations to her for being such a hard worker! That’s an incredible skill to have at such a young age. A great entry point i would say into real estate would be with a property management company. It offers a salary or hourly pay while providing hands-on experience in managing rentals, hiring contractors, and reviewing lease applications etc. All of which are essential skills for long-term success in real estate.

If she has her real estate license, she may also have the opportunity to list rental properties and, in some cases, even sell them. This role would expose her to multiple facets of real estate, allowing her to learn, earn, and build a strong foundation for future success in the industry.

After reading through your situation, I would highly recommend starting with self-managing your long-term rental (LTR) so you gain firsthand experience in operations. This will give you a better understanding of what it takes to run the property, making it easier to scale up and eventually transition to a property manager when the time is right.

Since you mentioned limited time due to your training schedule, an LTR is likely the better fit. While it still requires some management, it doesn't demand the daily attention that a short-term rental (STR) would. This means you can generate passive income without the constant hands-on involvement required for STRs, making LTRs a more appealing and practical choice for your situation.

I agree with Kerlous! Ohio is a great place for cash flow since rental demand is high, property prices are low, and rents are solid. In cities like Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati, you could buy multiple properties for the same $200K-$250K you’d spend on one in a pricier market. Lower costs mean better profits and fewer financing headaches, plus taxes and expenses are much lower than in places like Florida and NYC. If you’re looking to maximize rental income, Ohio is definitely worth checking out!

Detroit has tons of distressed properties, and the city is actually offering incentives for investors to come in and fix them up. There are auctions, city grants, and financing programs designed to help people revitalize neighborhoods. You might want to check out the Detroit Land Bank Authority, which sells rundown properties at super low prices—as long as you commit to renovating them. Some homes even come with tax breaks or city funding to help cover the costs. If you're open to exploring new markets, this could be a great way to pick up properties for cheap and build cash flow with a much smaller upfront investment. Definitely worth looking into!

You're right—finding cash-flowing properties with 20-30% down in Tampa is tough right now with high prices and high interest rates. Instead of focusing on move-in-ready rentals, consider fixing up a cheaper property (BRRRR method) to add value and boost cash flow. You can also try creative financing like seller financing or taking over a seller's mortgage to avoid big upfront costs. If local deals don't work, look at cheaper markets out of state where rental returns are better. Another option is house hacking—buying a small multi-unit, living in one, and renting the rest to cut costs. If long-term rentals don't cash flow, short-term or mid-term rentals (Airbnb, traveling nurses, corporate stays) might work better. You could also team up with another investor to afford better deals or start wholesaling to build cash before buying rentals. The market has changed, but if you're flexible, there are still plenty of ways to invest.