As I gain experience I would expand.

This allows you to trade stocks, mutual funds, ETFs, gain access to CD's and treasuries. 3) You can connect your IRA to what we call Wealthbridge which is a private market investing platform, enabling you to digitally invest in private opportunities.

Lenders also have interest only options that could help with cashflow especially on acquisitions to allow you to get the listing up, and have your listing gain momentum (some listings start off slow while they accrue bookings, reviews, etc.)

I understand the challenges and competition in this field and am willing to put in the time and effort to learn and grow.If you have any advice on how someone in my position could gain practical experience or alternative ways to get started in real estate without significant initial capital, I’d be eager to hear your thoughts.Thank you for your time! 

The service fees end up being around 20.75% if you hire a "host" or property manager to make the investment as passive as a long term rental. 

PS: I'm sure I can great a nicer LTV but my business taxes don't show large gains on paper.

Hi Scott, are you looking to be a passive or hands-on real estate investor?

If passive investing appeals to you, real estate syndications or REITs diversify exposure without active management.Best regards, Stevan

When house-hacking with 5% down, returns on cash invested could be huge when you factor in the appreciation gains.

When I sold my properties, the price did not increase much (though there was still a slight profit, couple with the rental I had over the years and currency gain (bought when USD was low and sold when USD was high).