Joining BiggerPockets is a fantastic first step – it’s where so many great real estate journeys start.

Quote from @Somesh Mukherjee: Hi all, I am looking to diversify & add a small apartment (3-4 units) to my portfolio.

I would also suggest using the manual round thermostats not the programmable ones.

@Anthony KolbuszBRRRR method is a fantastic strategy, especially with your trade experience.

@Daniel Vo, sent you a message but I am proof that you can start in your late 30's and figure this all out while still serving and setting yourself up to grow even more when you retire from the military.

It's fantastic that you already have reliable connections to assist you with your flips.

Quote from @Jaycee Greene: Quote from @Dave Bobka: That's right, been eyeing all of those as well was Fort Wayne, INWhat about something like this in FTW: https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/3207-Clint...?

I've been a member of GAREIA for about a year and it's been fantastic - lot of people in that group that are experienced and excited to help the next gen investors.https://gareia.com/Feel free to PM me or reach out to contact info in bio - would be happy to help however I can! 

Keep all your documentation and backups.

Hell, i've seen attorneys volley contracts back and fourth with each other for months on end arguing things like the meaning of the word "the" in "the contract".....All while racking up those $500/hour billable hours of course.Case and point, I won't change your outlook on the industry.