I wouldn’t be surprised, with increasing rates, that lender will re-institute a policy of using an increased “qualifying rate” rather than the “actual rate” on a heloc for loan qualifying.Bottom line for investment prospects is that it is easier to qualify for a future loans by consolidating all non-mortgage debt and using your cash for down payment to secure financing for your next real estate acquisition.

The city's unemployment rate remains below the national average, reflecting the strength of the local job market.Education and research institutions, particularly those within the Research Triangle Park, play a crucial role in fostering innovation and providing a steady stream of talent to the workforce.

Then see if anyone will mentor you (a GREAT mentor will want value exchange... buying them coffee may not do it)Where to invest;I can only speak to what I know but the Rhode Island, SE/NE Connecticut, and some Southern MA markets are all pretty hot.

They are hands-off, institutional grade real estate investments, and they allow you the option to diversify.

I'm from Brockton, MA and looking to connect with other wholesalers in the south shore area.

If you are or become an accredited investor, you can buy into institutional grade $50-125M projects with as little as $100,000 and diversify.

I'm currently staying in NY but I work in MA mostly and found some decent deals on some houses and was wondering if anyone could tell me how to get started.

Glad to see another Massachusetts person here. 

I'm in Massachusetts, but I would highly recommend obtaining your license and trying to join a reputable firm in your area.

I'm originally from MA too, looking forward to seeing you around the site!