I've seen some well-known syndicators brag about having "skin in the game" when the truth is they invest $100,000 in $25 million deal but take home $250,000 or more in fees.

However, rates have since moved upward.A 30-year fixed rate mortgage is once again sitting around 7% interest:The real estate industry hoped 2024 would see a recovery in which mortgage rates fell and home sales climbed.

Nothing wrong with being a bit new - there are options out there for all stages of the game. 

I don't think I need to have that exactly figured out on day 1 of my first rental purchase, I need to get into the game. 

Views, indoor pools, game rooms and proximity to attractions.

Dear Wilkes-Barre-Scranton area, my name is Gabe and I'm relatively new to the real-estate game- but I'm eager to learn.

There is a reason we lenders require "skin in the game" and experience.

Without factoring in tax benefits and principal pay down, you're $1800 ahead of the game by house hacking.

Should I re evaluate what strategy I should use and maybe look further out in places such as Rochester and BRRR properties out thereHey @Jared Leggett, I know I'm jumping in here late in the game, and I have to admit that I haven't read all the many comments you've gotten, but I wanted to provide what I imagine and glean is a contrary view.It is easy to dunk on NYC for young investors starting out, but if you are a first time homebuyer you can buy a $1M property with $35k down (+ closing costs which can be avoided with seller's concessions).

To me it’s a challenging game, an intricate puzzle where if you learn how to play you get great results.