And when you combine that with buying off market going direct to seller, you can build a real estate empire while being vertically integrated.All of this aside, whatever market you decide to invest in, please be sure to develop a relationship with a reliable contractor and a project manager.All the best!!!

I wouldn't consider buying real estate if I didn't have $160K cash in hand.

I have found some of the best contractors from Facebook groups in the local market for example "Real Estate Investors of Oklahoma City".

DSCR loans are based off of down payment, credit score and either actual or market rents so it helps to supercharge an investor's real estate goals and net worth.

The real estate agent doesn’t pay for problems.

Hello all, my husband(42) and I(36) are brand new real estate investors.

Why Part of a Good Deal is Better Than 100% of No DealHey BiggerPockets Community,As real estate investors, we all want the perfect deal—the one where we control everything, make the most money, and have the best terms.

Local Real Estate Investor Associations (REIA's) also are a great place to network and find a mentor or someone to walk you through getting started.

I’m in the process of getting my real estate salesperson license to gain access to MLS listings as well.

Welcome to the wonderful world of real estate!