I'm not a property casualty agent (was a long time ago - now just life/health).

Before getting started, I’d recommend focusing on three key areas:Strategy Selection – Understand the different investment strategies (BRRRR, short-term rentals, etc.) and determine which aligns best with your goals.Market Research – Study the market you want to invest in, including property values, rental demand, and economic trends.Laying the Foundation – Take proactive steps now that will set you up for success later.

To make a long story short.

I purchase my personal investments to maximize their equity and hold long term.

As long as the wholesaler is direct with the seller and the deal is real, go for it.

Yes you can do HELOCS on investment properties as long as it's not a multi unit.

Of course values fluctuate and this is over a long period of time.What LA and NY also have that other markets may not is high paying jobs mixed with no land to build more housing.

Instead of paying into someone else’s property, you could be using that allowance to finance your own real estate investment.In Germany, you have access to a stable market with long-term growth potential, and U.S. service members and government civilians have unique advantages here.

Under what terms?

The strategy there is more about long-term appreciation since cash flow can be razor-thin.