@Autumn DeVaughnSince you already have experience as a real estate agent and property manager, you're in a great position to start investing.

To say it's safe, simple, "aaahhh banks won't do anything" is simply NOT true.

With less capital, you can purchase properties or larger stakes in projects, allowing a more diversified investment strategy.3.

@Angela Simon, If it wasn't your son there is a small chance that your accountant would let you purchase the 50% of the property you don't own. 

Are you looking to "house hack", which is living in the property (or 1 of the units) for at least a year and then moving out and renting the unit?

Investment Info:

Single-family residence fix & flip investment in Success.

Purchase price: $55,000

Cash invested: $25,000

Sale price: $119,000

Bought at around $50k
Fixed up at around $20k
So...

Albany, Syracuse, FL, NC, OH, TX).If you are considering small multi-family properties locally, you're in the right County!

@Celli Mowery looked at several properties on Zillow in Mt Vernon, not seeing anything attractive.Also, only a single rental!

Access to Cash Value: A properly structured permanent life insurance policy (like an IUL or whole life) can build cash value that you can borrow against for property acquisitions, renovations, or even as a safety net during market downturns. 2.

Right now, I’m focused on finding my first multifamily property to house hack in the New London, CT or Greater Boston area.Goals with BiggerPocketsI joined to connect with experienced investors, learn more about financing and property management, and take action on my first deal this year.