I am planning to get into the TN real estate market as my first investment and am looking for some information.In particular: Areas to steer clear of, property management fees, typical cosmetic rehab costs, etc.My strategy is to put large down payments on 2 properties (relative to housing prices) to help pay for my living in NY while still gaining appreciation in a growing real estate market.

For me its next to impossible the search function I cant seem to get it work or its just not very good.. like trying to find a member if you cant remember how to spell the name exactly it wont come up for me I used to how my computer works.. just start typing in a name and it finds the email even if its not spell correctly.  

Build up your portfolio with a professional landlord and then as your portfolio grows transfer the assets over to a larger PM firm for ongoing accounting and management. 

It keeps things professional while giving you room to grow your expertise.I admire your perspective on keeping your parents’ resources separate from your own—it’s smart to want to succeed on your own terms.

I remember reading about lots of trouble with private REITS. 

It will be remembered and appreciated.

And as you diversify, remember the power of your network.

Remember, REI is a marathon, not a sprint.

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Remember, the notion of amassing wealth without investing is a dangerous myth perpetuated by self-proclaimed experts.