However, I’d love to hear from anyone with experience in this market.What platforms or services have you found most effective for connecting with traveling nurses?

Once you've identified what's important and what ratios to look for to evaluate a property, all future deals should be weighted against those "good" ratios/numbers - and periodically adjust to suit your goals.

The Retainer Fee is credited towards whatever they buy from us in the 90 days, so in effect, costs them nothing.Note: we're not doing this to make money, but to avoid the time-wasters.

I completely agree with @Ashish Acharya's points about the cost-effectiveness of a HELOC and the potential credit implications if it’s secured by your primary residence.

Fine - use what ever suits you.Mortgage acceleration is a choice, not a requirement.

This coming year set the goal of getting more committed to learn and expand my knowledge to avoid previous mistakes taken as well as to be able to effectively continue to expand my portfolio.I’m here to connect with others who are also passionate about real estate, and I’m eager to learn from your experiences, insights, and advice.

It's a very simple and effective tool that you can use when evaluating rehabs, whether you're looking to flip or BRRRR. 

Rehab Scope:Cosmetic remodel: Painted the interior/exterior, updated the kitchen cabinets and countertops, and installed new flooring.Modernized fixtures: Replaced light fixtures, outlets, and switches throughout.Enhanced curb appeal: Painted the brick exterior, added landscaping, and modern black accents.Timeline: Completed the rehab in just 4 weeks to minimize holding costs.Strategic Upgrades: Focused on cost-effective improvements like vinyl flooring and fresh paint, wh What was the outcome?

Being able to purchase a property with only 5% down means you can leverage your money way more effectively.

With an LLC, you may be able to deduct business expenses more effectively and avoid double taxation.