While we currently live in Stephens City, VA, we’re open to investing in other states where the numbers make sense.Real Estate Goals & StrategyInvestment Focus: Buy-and-hold rentals, short-term rentals, and potential multifamily propertiesMarkets of Interest: Open to investing outside of Virginia in cash-flowing, landlord-friendly marketsCurrent Stage: Learning, networking, and preparing for our first investment propertyLong-Term Vision: Build a diversified rental portfolio that provides financial freedom and generational wealthWhy I’m HereNetworking: Connecting with experienced investors, agents, lenders, and property managersLearning: Gaining insights from those who’ve built successful portfoliosCollaborating: Open to partnerships, joint ventures, and creative financing strategiesWith my sales background, I understand the importance of negotiation, deal-making, and relationship-building—all of which I plan to leverage in real estate.

Decided to pull the trigger finally in RE investing, taking advantage of interest rates and some on hand cash.

Do you think this would be feasible in OC and if so, which areas? 

I would be more concerned about the brother in law potentially moving out mid-lease and leaving the couple.

This amount is into the 6 figure range meaning that I will need to come out of pocket with an amount greater than my initial investment in the building in the event a major earthquake would destroy the building.

Estimated current value $325k-$350k What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

If someone is selling you a list, they are selling it to more than just you.

We are discussing this with Jeff Armstrong on our next show.  

What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

Currently have a duplex I’ve been in 3 yearsMortgage 3.65% pmt $850Tenant pays $875Heloc $30k——monthly $291The issue I am running into isRates are so high right now and it’s a lot harder to find another that will cover full mortgage.Does it make sense to leave somewhere that it is full covered to go to one that is not?