I know a broker who spends like 20k - 30k per year in buying leads, paying for blast emails, buying lists of names of investors, etc.I like to meet people on the personal level first, I feel like people are way more responsive if at first I help them by answering questions, or offering advice, provide them with incite, etc.Most people do not know what they are getting into in those first deals, which is why we hear so many nightmare stories. 

I’ve been working probate leads here in San Diego for some time and your words are right on point…lot of time for sometimes little to no return. 

He is arrogant and generates ill will.

Focusing solely on numbers often leads to the purchase of low-quality properties.

Has anyone tried this paid program - Just Be The Bank: How WE Generate Passive Income & Wealth in Real Estate. 

During this time you are not generating any return from the money invested in the ADU.

Today, that building generates enough passive income to cover his annual retirement contributions.You mentioned taking the 10% penalty, which I’d only recommend as a last resort.

Investing in short term notes with your SDIRA is a great way to generate income for retirement. 

I'm sure there are great, stable areas in Columbus but I'm not convinced the appreciation has been as strong as most would lead you to believe.I don't know much about Cincinnati, but one glance at the median list price over the past 5 years (attached below) would be enough for me to write it off as not appreciating.I'm personally partial to Detroit and that's where I invest and do a lot of business with other folks as well.

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