I worked in the field for about 3 years and that's where I began to get interested in realestate.

Success, currently active, will update what our final sales price ends up with, fielding calls on the property already.

 This may be a bit long but I do appreciate any and all replies, TIA. I currently rent and need to move out of here. In about 2 years I will be retiring and most likely move south, out of state. My thought is I buy a...

Frankly, even local: the last 3 properties I bought were all in close to move-in-ready condition, because currently, I can't get enough discount on a property in a desirable area to pay for the necessary repairs and upgrades.The radical solution: move to Cincinnati, even the playing field and become a local investor.

Now, I want to pay it forward by creating a step-by-step real estate investing course specifically for high-earning professionals who might be feeling the same pressures I once did.I know how tough it can be to juggle a demanding career and personal life while trying to invest wisely.

I don't have a whole lot to put down but I do now make six figures in my current career and have extra money to start saving each month for whatever expense may come about.

Lenders are most picky about restaurants because they are really easy to kill.The lender doesn't require the restaurant to be owner-operated, but they'll need proof that your management staff has a robust resume in the field as well.I'm not sure what you mean by an "arm's length" transaction.I hope that helps.

I didnt study finance or realestate, so my expertise is in another field.

The house was built in 1890 so it has field stone foundation and we noticed some joists in the cellar like they’ve tried to temporary solve this problem.

Hi BiggerPockets Community,I’m in the early stages of launching a private lending business and would love to get some insights and advice from those who have experience in this field.