Quote from @Curtis Cutler: Hello all, I'm trying to rethink my retirement plans.

Joining BiggerPockets is a fantastic first step – it’s where so many great real estate journeys start.

What all things should be worrying about?

If you don't have the time and effort to spend there are passive ways to invest through turnkey providers who do all the work for you.

I see this home and what you paid and while it's not at all a bad price, I've seen investors offering that size in Palm Bay for as much as $15-25k lower.

I’m very glad to be here to read the blog &  continue learning from pros like you all!

Hi all,I am aware 44128 differs even by street.I was wondering if you could tell me the good areas and the bad areas of Harvard Ave?

I have one long term partnership that we share capital but I still do all the work ( rain maker) he is a cpa so he does do the books and tax return though :)  WE built one subdivision together were he put in 500k and I made him 1.2 mil in 18 months net profit so that was not bad.

And a deal in my opinion is one that will 1. pay for itself(All property expenses) and 2. pay the debt service(if necessary) and 3. put money into my pocket each month.  

Our team along with clients all are heavily investing in the area, and it is a strong place to start. close proximity to New York and New Jersey, paired with extremely affordable property/taxes and high rental demand make it on most people's radar.