And since you are licensed, you can potentially do some sales on the side to increase income and save up for investing.

These investments may be better than a mutual fund, but REITs miss most of the biggest benefits of owning real estate.

Hey DenisI have commented a lot about arbitrage in a general sense here, however I believe I am uniquely qualified to answer here as I live and operate about 65 units in this specific market.In 2016 I got my STR start arbitraging a Gulf Front mansion that was in foreclosure and I got a great deal on. 

If you are managing this yourself, you are off to a great start.

Hi all - I've been in the CRE and SFR investment space for 25+ years primarily investing institutional capital.  

Starting real estate investing early is a smart move, especially while leveraging your military benefits.

My wife and I are in the process of starting a stem education center and I have leased a 1,200 sqft space that is apt for that which is at an upcoming shopping area. 

RentRedi is great because they provide our members with 1 to 1 support and onboarding to help get started. 

The second option at least gives you a chance at a fresh start with a new tenant.Of course, a new tenant is an unknown and there's no guarantee they will be better.

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