The success rate will hinge largely on location, type of property, and cost of property.

I had a pretty successful career doing that and made good money but, it was not my passion, I love real estate and everything about it the good and the bad.

I think there's still a lot of room in the country to do this successfully and where the locals can also benefit.

I have also looked at hawaii.It seems like sought destinations are projecting (at least with my underwriting) poor COC without performing value adds.  

Based on my experience, the key to success is screening for good tenants and managing them well. 

Network with wholesalers, check public records, and use platforms like PropStream or DealMachine to find distressed properties.Be Cautious: Pay attention to permits, inspections, and local market trends—over-improving for the area could hurt your profits.Starting with a solid plan and realistic numbers will set you up for success.

You also need to make sure this lender is able to perform on their promise. 

Hi @NA*I am not affiliated with Sodt Pull Solutions*To perform soft credit pulls on potential borrowers, services like Soft Pull Solutions can be highly effective.

Cheers to a successful 2025!

This gives you a more accurate view of the property's true cash flow and performance without relying on a large down payment to "force" good numbers.This is exactly what we do — help investors like you evaluate deals to ensure responsible purchases that lead to portfolio growth.