I then spoke with the buyer and his agent, suggesting we use a commercial lender I had worked with for over a decade, who could provide an answer within 24 hours, contingent on a new appraisal.

I want to make sure I screen tenants properly, but I am not sure where to start.

Looking for feedback from folks who have been in similar situations and have lessons learned or advice, as I am just getting started and this is literally my first post.Wife and I moved out of our first townhouse and rented it out to grow our family 3 years ago.

How did you get started in real estate investing?

Hi everyone,I’m new to the U.S. and excited to start my real estate journey!

@Andy Ptak when jumping into the industry you have a few choices:1) Start at the bottom2) Leverage your experience to convince someone to give you a chance3) Decide between:--- Big companies who will usually start you at the bottom--- Small companies that will more like to a chance on hiring you for an above entry level position.

Starting off you will not do a zero sum investment plus get other people to invest.  

If timing permits you can get a tenant into your home that you'd be leaving.If you are going to move into the new home you have a lot of options for better rates and lower down payments.Matt HowardNorthpointe Bank616.552.5730https://www.northpointe.com/home-lending/get-started/matt-ho...https://www.zillow.com/lender-profile/matt%20howard/

Engage an investor-focused realtor/broker in your preferred market (this is not a residential realtor) and start 'tire kicking' the market and properties that fit your criteria.

I am just getting started, but willing to learn as much as possible.