With your background in cyber security and experience in the stock market, you’re already bringing a strong foundation of analytical skills that will serve you well in this space.It sounds like you’ve done your research and are ready to take the next step—do you have a specific market or strategy in mind for your first real estate investment?

All that means is you've got bring your best to all aspects of the property and the listing itself -- location, furnishings, photography, heck, even the listing headline all matter a lot.At the risk of pitching here, my wife's YouTube is filled with a ton of great MTR content on setting up a listing.

Which brings up another issue, you must give your tenant the First Right of Refusal when you want to sell.

If you're open to expanding your search, I also recommend checking Columbus OH - lots of deals that still bring positive cash flow and great appreciation potential.

If so, they all have / bring it's own set of questions, guidelines to know about.#4 - Have someone local that you trust, go over zoom and get to ask them question.

What off-market really means is that the seller refuses to sign an exclusive listing agreement with an agent but tells the agent if they bring them a buyer, they'll payout a commission.

Not sure what you’re bringing to the table beyond willingness.

For example, if your driveway only fits two cars, you need to know if tenants plan to bring several vehicles, as this could lead to parking violations and HOA fines.Don’t forget to screen pets, too!

Well, yes, some properties may require complete work, but others may just need cosmetic things to bring them back on the market.

We are the most productive STR in our area and bring a lot of revenue to the little town.