Boston is expensive just as any other major city so you might have to pivot outside of it. 

Looking to connect with people in the Boston area!

It’s not a bad idea just depends how much effort and $ you want to put in.

Best practice is to have equity that you can sell if this happens or you are positive your W-2 income, good credit and equity position will allow you to refinance fast to another lender in the future if this happens.

@Giovanni BarbosaIt’s great that you're starting in real estate!

I’ve been using IRR to evaluate my deals, but I wasn’t entirely sure if that was the best approach.

I would hold the cash for keys idea in my back pocket until I heard what they have to say.

Doing it the right way is cheaper in the long run . 

Posting in the right spot helps you get the best answers.📜 Know the rules – No "deal-making" in the forums (that means no advertising, pitching services, or looking for partners).

If not then passive investing in syndications is your best bet.