@Jacob HavlovickCongrats on purchasing your first duplex and starting your house-hacking journey—this is a huge step toward building wealth!

We are considering joining a couple mentor groups to build relationships with more investors.

However, some investors are fine with this strategy if they prefer to minimize their upfront investment and plan to refinance in a few years, especially with potential interest rate cuts from the Fed this year.At the end of the day, it’s all about investing in a growing market, selecting a solid neighborhood, and building a strong team to support you.

They won't be able to fix that problem as there is probably a small leak in a pipe or a crack in the foundation or a bit of water coming in from somewhere or moisture building up in the home.I also agree with Nathan about taking the first contractor to small claims court.

I'd do what you can to keep yourself uninvolved with it....but still help your Grandma of course..A trip to the City (Planning/Zoning/Building Depts) will give you some valuable info.

Given his spending habits during his first term, it might be a wash.Costs to build new properties will probably increase.

I am self employed but want to build a spec home using the equity in my house as collateral.

He teaches people to build small, but productive, portfolios.

All will tell you they do this to build their business.This is what I do when I attend a REI club: Go early.

If you acquire one new property each year, you could significantly increase your wealth and potentially position yourself to qualify for larger investments, like apartment buildings or construction loans, within 10 years.I’ve worked with clients who have successfully implemented this strategy, and it has proven to be an effective path to building long-term financial freedom through real estate.Good luck with your decision!