My biggest goal for this year is just to get into the game of real estate 

I’m not sure if this is for you, but...If you’re serious about leveling up your real estate game in 2024, there’s no reason not to try this.

🙏☺️ I completely understand where you’re coming from & you’re right that owning real estate is a key step toward truly being an investor.I’m still new to the game, but I have a solid plan in place to move toward ownership & establish myself as a real estate investor.

I'm new to bigger pockets and more importantly I am new to the real estate game.

It helps a lot with networking on here.Other than that, be a sponge and soak up as much content to learn the game.

GP's typically have to put skin on the game.

So I require skin in the game (average is 5% to 15%) to offset this.

There are other players in the game to compare with like Kenny Bedwell at STR Insights or Bill Faeth's coaching.

It can simplify end-of-year paperwork, but you’ll want to confirm the details with a tax pro.3.Long-Term Game PlanPaying out of pocket and keeping your medical receipts can be a great strategy.

The rental demand in the area has been consistent, and duplexes offer the flexibility of house hacking or scaling into multi-family investing over time.With your experience in construction and remodeling, you’re already ahead of the game—fix-and-flips or BRRRR projects in Kansas City could be a perfect fit for you.