I studied interior design and an architecture bridge course in SA, and have always had a passion for small, creative development.Although I have been working as an art director, I am now ready to start the journey of property investment.My goal is to start with raw-land investment or flipping while learning the ropes a bit to ultimately start creating unconventional, eco-friendly and sustainable retreats and or rental properties.I am keen to learn from as many people as possible and share my experience and learning with the community as I go.Lastly, thank you for creating such an inviting environment for a novice to be a part of.

Hair salons, nail salons, yoga studios, Dojos.

As well as one on one coaching which include in person VIP days, and Mastermind retreats where small groups of women come together to help each other personally and professionally. 

If you invest at those levels with no buffer (i.e. neutral cash flow) you will get crushed if the market even slows down, let alone retreats.

My mother lives at a Buddhist retreat in NC.

Most people would think that being in seattle would offer the best opportunities for appreciation, but our little retirement farm town is turning into a retirement retreat for people in the Seattle area who want to avoid city taxes and the hustle and bustle.

Otherwise owning a winter retreat may cause more stress than it relieves. 

I love being in nature, doing yoga, hiking, skiing, paddle boarding and spending time with my family.

if market retreats you lose equity either way..   

 I'm considering purchasing a property that could be used for events and corporate retreats so it may be a little off the beaten bath but could also be used as a nightly rental or a monthly rental.