I have been working with many people who are just trying to get started with real estate investing.

What Does it Take to Achieve the Dream of Full Time Real Estate Investor?

so you're recommending that my starting point should be finding a real estate agent, utilize theirbknowledge to learn about the process, and get referrals for good loan officers.

Building on existing land helps eliminate the issue of land scarcity, which is a significant challenge due to California’s high real estate prices.

Tough to answer due to so many feelings about risk tolerances and what other investments could be making you as a ROI.I feel leverage of real estate is the real strength of this asset.  

Ooops Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Quote from @Mark King Sanders: I am now beginning my real estate investment journey.

Usually that means they need to own real estate because a unpaid judgement can be made into a lien on their property and that makes eventual payment MUCH more likely. 5.

Hello BP Community,I have  been a BP lurker for many years and after falling out of love with retail real estate- I am oh so READY to get into investing (my first true love).

Also, it can avoid filing an amendment.Another great point on eligibility- SEP IRAs require net self-employment income from activities like 1099 contract work, real estate sales, wholesaling, or other self-employment business income.Passive income as you have highlighted, does not qualify.