This will be my first time buying a house and I would love to connect with some locals/Vegas investors and get some advice on the area.I got pre-approved today and have an agent through an investment firm that specializes in rentals/investment properties.

You can also fill out an application, submit your documents (income, assets, etc), and get pre-approved. 

Hi Emmanuel,Best to double check your lender's policy of Pre Payment penalty?

Before you buy, make sure to get the latest rent roll (a breakdown of what tenants are actually paying in rent), the tenant ledger (which shows their payment history—whether they’re paying on time or carrying a balance), and of course, a copy of each lease agreement.Too many investors rely on what the seller says, which often doesn’t match up with what the tenants are doing.

My husband and I are new to RE investing, and we're looking at a property we want to buy to start our portfolio. In order to purchase this first property, we got a HELOC on our home for the down payment and closing co...

It must be communicated to both buyers and sellers that commissions are not pre-determined by law and are fully negotiable.

Get pre-qualified with a mortgage lender - I have a recommendation if you'd like. 

I am rolling 401k over from a previous employer to fund the SD solo 401k.

At least you have an asset and can start building the cash to buy a STR for yourself and then roll on.

Looking forward to getting the ball rolling and getting my first deal under my belt.