Eventually, with time and experience, your knowledge and confidence begin to align more realistically.This concept is incredibly relevant to real estate investing.I encounter this often: an investor seeks advice but quickly tells me how much they already know.

Can't help there, either.What level of "needy" are you encountering?

-We all selling more than buying because we picked up multiple flip deals but have encountered minimal LTR opportunities to buy in 2024.

Hey David, I think the main issues you will encounter is the minimum loan amount and minimum as is value.

Like you would go to the dentist if your teeth are aching rather than going to the barber.As I keep repeating when encountering this kind of chatter, everybody is entitled to their opinions but not to their own facts so let's look at the facts, shall we?

It's important to work with someone who has firsthand experience with the challenges and rewards that investors encounter.

I agree on the point of your investment is not guaranteed and never fall in love with the sticker price of the offering (ie returns), you really need to look under the hood on these dealsBut active investing is not for everyone and if you do not have the time to manage your active investments, it’s not like the stock market where you have as good a chance to return on your portfolio doing nothing than hiring a manager - if you do not have the time nor ability it typically will not end well.

However, there's also the potential risk of encountering numerous scams.

At this stage, I’m planning to rely on the lender’s appraisal, though I’m concerned it may come in just above the asking price rather than capturing the property’s full potential.Has anyone encountered a similar situation?

It's very helpful to se the real challenges you've encountered across different markets- especially your point on finding qualified subs and staying away from high-rate lenders.