., broker fees, MLS dues, continuing education) versus alternatives like working closely with an investor-friendly agent.Consider whether the time required for licensing, post-licensing education, and maintaining your license is worth it for your investment strategy.If you need help finding an investor-friendly brokerage in Georgia or navigating the process, feel free to reach out!

Dave introduced me to many life changing, perception alternating, authors and speakers such as David Phelps, George Antone, Jim Rohn, Tony Robbins, Tom Hopkins and Jeffrey Gitomer to name a few.

While Treasuries are often viewed as "risk-free" investments, certain real estate deals in today’s market offer a compelling alternative—especially when purchased at a deep discount.Take, for example, a 1,000+ unit apartment complex in a suburb near Michigan.

Alternatively, a private or hard money loan could provide faster funding if traditional lending timelines don’t work, with the option to refinance once the build is complete.

The alternative is to hope for appreciation - this may or may not happen.

It’s important to ensure you’re comfortable with these risks and consult a financial advisor.If you choose to use a HELOC, consider traditional financing or private loans as alternatives if you prefer not to risk your home.As for your first rental, markets in the Midwest and Southeast offer great opportunities with turnkey properties that are tenant-ready and appreciating.

As a student without W2 income, you may need to show alternative income sources like savings, freelance work, or a job offer.

Myself I thought about 2017 was going to be kind of the end of the 10 year cycle and I actually put a presentation together called the Pivot looking at alternative ways to invest in RE. 

Thanks for your time and help,Melissa   I’m going to provide some alternative advice.  

If, through the process of renovating the property, the market shifts, do you have an alternate plan for the property, whether it be to live in it until the market improves, or convert it to a rental property, etc.