I like to use data, coming from an engineering background, and I see the data and trends over history, this can be used as a guide only to help with investment decisions (it’s not a guarantee but another tool to use). 

As a loan officer, I'm here to help guide you through this exciting journey.

Thanks, did you pay for his land course or is there link that will guide me in best direction?  

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I'm super excited to start this journey and am happy to have found BP and this community to help and guide me!

These small successes will build your confidence and skills over time while not taking any unnecessary risks.Use Online Resources: Websites like YouTube and home improvement blogs offer step-by-step guides and tutorials for almost any project you can think of.

Lance If you're looking at Cleveland the 1st place you want to start your research is going to be reading The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods.

I want to mention one additional thing that I think might guide in the future. 

But having Tim guiding me along the way definitely makes me feel a lot better!

I recommend using an A-B grading scale like you see in The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods to set the parameters of what it is you are looking for.